Hybrid Insurance Coverage Litigator – NYC/Chicago

Qbena; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Family leave benefits

401(k) match

Well-being program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Networks

Job summary

QBE North America seeks a Senior Counsel (Coverage Litigation) to guide the organization on insurance coverage and bad faith matters. The role involves overseeing a litigation caseload, advising executives, and shaping policies across lines of business.

You will supervise internal teams, manage panel counsel, and report trends to stakeholders in a hybrid setting with offices in New York City and Chicago. A JD and bar admission are required with 7+ years of experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required and admitted to the Bar.
• Minimum 7 years relevant experience in coverage litigation.
• Experience handling insurance coverage and bad faith matters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents and resolve complex regulatory inquiries.
• Advise senior managers on high-impact legal matters and risk.
• Direct litigation caseload and manage external counsel as needed.
• Develop policies and training to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on contracts, disputes, and compliance.
• Lead and mentor paralegals to improve efficiency.

Skills

Client-first mindset

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Risk assessment

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Judicial analysis

Stakeholder management

Decision making

Education

Juris Doctorate Degree

Job description

QBE North America seeks a Senior Counsel (Coverage Litigation) to guide the organization on insurance coverage and bad faith matters. The role involves overseeing a litigation caseload, advising executives, and shaping policies across lines of business.

You will supervise internal teams, manage panel counsel, and report trends to stakeholders in a hybrid setting with offices in New York City and Chicago. A JD and bar admission are required with 7+ years of experience.