Overview
A global infrastructure consulting firm is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Senior Counsel, Claims and Litigation. This role involves overseeing and driving the organization's global claims and litigation management function, providing strategic oversight of complex claims, litigation, and investigations across all regions. The position reports to the Global Compliance Counsel and collaborates closely with regional in-house attorneys managing claims and disputes within their jurisdictions.
Responsibilities
- Provide global oversight and strategic direction for claims, litigation, and arbitration matters worldwide.
- Establish and promote consistent claims and litigation management processes, reporting standards, and risk assessment protocols.
- Oversee and strategically manage outside counsel, including performance and fee management.
- Manage legal budgets and associated fees aggressively.
- Serve as a central coordinator for significant, high-exposure, or precedent-setting matters.
- Collaborate with regional in-house counsel to ensure alignment with corporate legal strategy and risk tolerance.
- Assess liability exposure, develop strategy, and evaluate insurance coverage issues.
- Develop early case assessments and resolution strategies.
- Directly manage select complex litigation, arbitration, investigations, and claims matters, especially those with significant financial exposure, reputational risk, or cross-border complexity.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with insurance carriers and claims professionals.
- Maintain and ensure accuracy of the litigation database and calendaring systems.
- Oversee and manage e-discovery requirements and processes.
- Lead or support internal investigations and provide oversight on investigations conducted by internal teams or outside counsel.
- Utilize systems, data, and tools to drive efficient execution, reporting consistency, and risk visibility; identify opportunities to improve systems and tools.
- Provide leadership and mentorship with anticipated supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Active U.S. license to practice law in good standing.
- 5-9 years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house legal department managing complex litigation, claims, and arbitration matters.
- Demonstrated experience in engineering and construction-related disputes.
- Experience managing outside counsel and supervising staff.
- Proven ability to implement and communicate new processes, including software and technology such as case management or risk management systems, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and AI tools like ChatGPT.
- Proven ability to develop and execute effective case strategies.
- Strong experience managing electronic discovery processes.
- Well-established network within litigation law firms and the legal community.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with business clients, management, opposing counsel, and third-party representatives.
Preferred Qualifications
- In-house legal experience.
- Experience working in a global, multi-cultural environment.
- Experience working directly with insurance carriers and coverage matters.
- Experience managing cross-border claims and litigation.
- Experience advising organizations with licensed engineers, architects, or other design professionals.
Skills and Capabilities
- Strong leadership presence and team-oriented mindset.
- Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Strategic thinker capable of managing both high-level risk assessment and tactical execution.
- Highly detail-oriented, analytical, organized, and creative in approach.
- Strong ability to perform early case assessments and analyze risk exposure.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with a proactive and responsive style.
- Operates with integrity and accountability, delivering reliable and consistent results.
- Self-driven and adaptable, ready to take an active, hands-on role when required.
- Confident, professional presence balanced with self-awareness and emotional intelligence.
- Ability to manage sensitive, high-risk matters with discretion and sound judgment.
- Comfortable interacting with diverse global teams and stakeholders.
Compensation and Benefits
- Base salary range: $120,000 - $140,000 annually, commensurate with experience and local market.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, disability, and life insurance coverage.
- Continuing education benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Employee assistance program.
- Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
Location
This is a global role with collaboration across multiple regions. Specific location details will be provided during the hiring process.
Additional Information
The organization is committed to pay equity and values diversity and inclusion. Military veterans, reservists, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Equal opportunity employment is practiced, prohibiting discrimination and harassment in accordance with applicable laws. Compliance with local health authority and legal requirements is mandatory.