Litigation Specialist – Western or Central PA

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

📋 Description

• Utilizes independent judgment and discretion in managing or directing litigated claims.

• Performs investigations, assesses, and provides recommendations concerning coverage, liability, and strategies for resolution.

• Selects, engages, and collaborates with defense attorneys in the management of lawsuits.

• Oversees litigation costs and ensures compliance of defense counsel with ERIE's billing standards.

• Ensures adherence to and guides defense counsel in the application of Outside Counsel Guidelines.

• Provides training and mentorship.

• Maintains comprehensive documentation of claim files.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with six years of experience in litigation claims or legal experience, or equivalent, is required; or

• An associate degree or paralegal certification with eight years of experience in litigation claims or legal experience is required;

• A high school diploma or GED with ten years of experience in litigation claims or legal experience is required.

• In-depth knowledge of claims handling is essential.

• Strong understanding of tort law and insurance coverage is necessary.

• Preferred designations include Associate in Claims (AIC) or Senior Claim's Law Associate (SCLA).

• Appropriate state-required license is necessary.

• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record are required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.

• Minimal contributions to medical and prescription premiums.

• Pension plan. We are among the few Fortune 500 companies that provide a traditional pension plan.

• 401(k) plan with up to 4% contribution matching.

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick leave, bereavement days, and parental leave.

• Opportunities for career development, including a tuition reimbursement program for advanced education and industry designations.

• Additional benefits such as company-paid basic life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being initiatives; paid volunteer hours for community service; and matching donations for your charitable contributions each year.