Director, Coverage Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Manage declaratory judgment actions concerning General Liability where a corporate entity is involved as a party.

• Collaborate with frontline claims personnel and managers to conduct coverage analysis and review coverage position letters.

• Evaluate risk transfer matters, including additional insured status, contractual indemnification, and opportunities for risk transfer.

• Assess Time Limited Demands and allegations regarding unfair claim practices.

• Engage with underwriting partners to discuss case strategies.

• Ensure that claim investigation and resolution strategies are appropriate.

• Guarantee timely completion of coverage analyses and the establishment of coverage positions.

• Ascertain that qualified and competent attorneys are assigned to litigated claims.

• Create and implement litigation management strategies.

• Collaborate with General Liability underwriting and risk engineering partners to provide input on policy forms and claims analysis.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in a technical claims handling role, specifically relating to General Liability claims.

• 8+ years of legal experience in a law firm dealing with insurance coverage issues in General Liability matters may be accepted in place of claims handling experience.

• Coverage experience in General Liability, encompassing premises liability, product/completed operations, bodily injury and property damage, additional insured, contractual indemnity, primary vs. excess/other insurance disputes, declaratory judgments, and relevant Federal & State statutory regulations.

• Legal experience in litigating coverage lawsuits, declaratory judgments, or other forms of litigation is preferred.

• Significant experience in major claim adjustments and coverage analysis is advantageous.

• Supervisory experience is a plus.

• Juris Doctorate is required.

• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional written and oral presentation capabilities.

• Proficient in computer use and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively.

• Capacity to adapt to changes.

• Willingness to travel by automobile and utilize various forms of public transportation.

• Ability to adhere to departmental policies and procedures, including authority levels, to ensure compliance with risk management controls.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

• Generous 401K employer matching.

• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching.

• Ample Paid Time Off.

• Health, dental, and vision benefits.

• Wellness programs concentrating on physical, mental, and financial well-being.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Opportunities for industry-related certifications.

• Professional training programs.

• Dynamic, ambitious, enjoyable, and exciting work environment.

• Matching donation program.

• Volunteer opportunities.

• Employee-driven corporate giving initiatives.