Claims Counsel

Overview

This remote position, ideally based in Ventura County (Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Fillmore/Santa Paula), is part of the Claims Legal team. The role provides settlement authority and strategic support for claims and exposures exceeding the line unit’s authority. It involves analyzing jurisdictional issues and ensuring consistency in claims positions, consulting on complex claim files reported to Claims Legal.

Responsibilities

• Consult with claims staff on various claims issues including coverage, indemnification, policy limit demand reviews, indemnity agreement review, and release language review.
• Identify coverage issues requiring assignment to outside counsel and coordinate with outside counsel as needed.
• Handle some policyholder suits directly and manage litigation with outside counsel; attend mediations as necessary.
• Assist in training claims staff on jurisdictional issues and Fair Claims Practices.
• Respond to insurance claims questions from multiple departments.
• Collaborate closely with the Claims Legal team to provide excellent service to claims staff.
• Track claim files reported to Claims Legal, maintain organization, and diary cases for follow-up.
• Participate in roundtable discussions on claims topics, including trial authority, and lead follow-up on action items.
• Work with current Panel Counsel to ensure consistent service to insureds; may lead efforts to identify new firms for the Panel list.
• Coordinate with Claims Legal Analyst to ensure consistent Reinsurance reporting.
• Analyze complex insurance claims situations and develop recommendations for claims staff.
• Manage conflicting requests from multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively and work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Interface with multiple organizational levels.
• Travel up to 10% as needed to support business needs.
• Maintain effective research skills and stay current with case law and regulatory changes.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the bar in any operating state: Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, or Washington.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in property and casualty insurance.
• Experience working inside an insurance company claims department and/or law firm.
• Strongly preferred experience in First Party Property claims and litigation.
• Preferred experience advising on or litigating first party property coverage issues.
• Preferred experience with adjustment and/or oversight of complex claims.
• Preferred experience in California and Washington jurisdictions.
• CPCU designation preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $114,364.00 - $190,607.00 (base salary range; actual salary may vary based on experience and location).
• Potential eligibility for additional compensation such as bonuses and benefits.
• Twenty-one days of Paid Time Off during the first year.
• Up to 87% of medical, dental, and vision benefits covered for employees and family members.
• Fully covered Basic Life & AD&D insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Leave Management.
• Long Term Disability and Short Term Disability (outside California).
• Family Caregiver Support and Child Care Resources.
• Business Travel Accident Protection.
• Voluntary benefits including voluntary life AD&D (self, spouse, child), flexible spending, health savings accounts, hospital indemnity, accidental injury, critical illness, legal services, and identity protection.
• Nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays.
• Recognition programs including reward points and quarterly/annual bonuses.
• Competitive base compensation with spot bonuses and annual incentive/profit sharing programs.
• Discount partnerships for gym memberships, credit unions, travel, shopping, restaurants, and theme parks.
• Insurance educational reimbursement and bonus programs.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Paid volunteer time through company events and personal volunteer opportunities.
• Home and auto insurance discount program.
• Retirement savings benefits including 401(k) and Roth with matching.
• Wellness platform, health savings account match, and financial wellness resources.

Location

Remote position, preferably based in Ventura County, California (Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Moorpark, Fillmore/Santa Paula).