Claims Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Responsible for consulting with claims personnel on various claims matters, such as coverage, indemnification, policy limit demand reviews, indemnity agreement assessments, and release language evaluations.

• Identifies coverage concerns that necessitate referral to external counsel and collaborates with outside legal representatives as required.

• Manage certain policyholder lawsuits against the company and partner with outside counsel in overseeing the litigation process.

• Attend mediations as necessary.

• Provide training to claims staff regarding different jurisdictional matters and Fair Claims Practices.

• Address insurance claims inquiries from various departments.

• Work in close collaboration with the Claims Legal team to deliver exceptional service to claims personnel.

• Accountable for monitoring claim files submitted to Claims Legal, demonstrating organizational skills, and scheduling cases for future follow-up.

• Engage in roundtable discussions on various claims-related subjects, including trial authority, and lead future follow-up on action items.

• Collaborate with current Panel Counsel to ensure uniformity of service for CIG insureds.

• May also take part in or lead efforts to identify new firms for inclusion in the Panel list.

• Work alongside Analysts in Claims Legal to ensure uniformity in Reinsurance reporting as required.

• Possess the ability to analyze intricate insurance claims scenarios and formulate recommendations for claims staff.

• Capable of managing conflicting demands from multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment while maintaining attention to detail.

• Exhibit strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to work independently and as part of a team.

• Able to interact with various levels within the organization.

• Willingness to travel (<10%) as necessary to meet business requirements.

• Demonstrate organizational skills and effective time management to balance competing priorities.

• Possess proficient research skills and the ability to stay updated on changes in case law and regulatory requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and JD from an accredited law school are mandatory.

• Must be a member in good standing of the bar in any CIG operating state (Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington).

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in property and casualty insurance is required.

• Experience in an insurance company claims department and/or law firm environment is essential.

• First Party Property experience is highly preferred.

• Experience in advising on or litigating first party property coverage issues is strongly preferred.

• Experience in the adjustment and/or oversight of complex claims is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with the following jurisdictions is preferred: California and Washington.

• CPCU designation is preferred.

• A valid driver’s license may be necessary.

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future visa sponsorship.

🏝️ Benefits

• Accrue twenty-one days of Paid Time Off during your first year.

• Up to eighty-seven percent of benefits covered by CIG for you and your family members.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.

• One hundred percent covered plans.

• Basic Life & AD&D coverage.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Leave Management services.

• Long Term Disability support.

• Short Term Disability (outside of CA).

• Family Caregiver Support (Homethrive).

• Child Care Resources (Tootris).

• Business Travel Accident Protection.

• Various voluntary benefit offerings.

• Short-term (CA only) benefits.

• Voluntary Life AD&D plans for self, spouse, and child.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Health Savings Account (HSA).

• Hospital Indemnity insurance.

• Accidental Injury coverage.

• Critical Illness insurance.

• ARAG Legal Services.

• Norton LifeLock services.

• Nine paid holidays, in addition to two floating holidays.

• Above and Beyond Reward Recognition Program.

• Kudos & Shout Out Points Program.

• Quarterly Above and Beyond Bonus Program.

• Annual Above and Beyond Bonus Program.

• Competitive salary.

• Base compensation and salary management.

• Spot Bonuses.

• Annual Incentive/Profit sharing program with potential payout based on company performance.

• Discount partnerships for various services.

• Gym memberships, credit union services, travel, shopping, restaurants, theme parks, and more.

• Insurance Educational reimbursement and bonus programs.

• Employee Referral Bonus Program.

• Paid Volunteer Time.

• Retirement savings benefit (401k and Roth with match).

• Health & Financial Wellness programs.

• Access to wellness platform, tools, and events.