Insurance and Claims Counsel

Lockton Companies; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Salary continuation

Long-term disability

Wellness program

Flexible spending accounts

Legal benefit

Identity theft protection

Pet insurance

Mental health benefits

Job summary

Lockton’s Denver office seeks an Insurance and Claims Counsel with a legal background to manage executive line and cyber claims. The role involves advising clients, producers and internal teams, and staying current on legal trends relevant to executive line and cyber spaces.

Based in Denver with possible relocation to SF or SD offices, the candidate should have a JD and 10+ years of experience, plus strong leadership, communication and analytical skills; travel is required.

Qualifications

• Law degree required.
• Ten+ years as an attorney with insurance or related firm.
• Understanding of business and commercial insurance needs of clients.
• Executive-level presence for interfacing with top management.
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client relationships.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be able to travel by automobile/aircraft and be away from home.
• Legally able to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Handle large volume of executive line claims (D&O, E&O, Cyber, Crime, EPL).
• Guide clients through the claims process and access carrier resources.
• Analyze coverage and ensure timely reporting of claims.
• Advise on coverage issues and insurance solutions in collaboration with clients.
• Consult with clients and internal teams on coverage matters.
• Review policies for coverage gaps and address issues with clients.

Skills

Legal expertise

Executive claims

Cyber insurance

Strong communication

Travel flexibility

Education

J.D. or equivalent

CIPP certification a plus

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Denver, Colorado, United States of America

At Lockton, we’re passionate about helping our people achieve their ultimate potential. Our people are curious, action-oriented and always striving to make ourselves and those around us better. We’re active listeners working to ensure understanding and problem solvers developing innovative solutions. If you can see yourself delivering excellent service to clients, giving back to our communities and being a part of our caring culture, you belong here.

About the Position

The Insurance and Claims Counsel provides strategy, guidance and execution of executive line and cyber claims. Using legal background and expertise, this role stays apprised of current legal trends and provides consultation and advice to clients, Producers and internal teams. This position will be based in our San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, or Denver, CO office.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for handling large volume of executive line claims, including D&O, E&O, Cyber, Crime, and Employment Practices. Responsibilities include:
• Guide clients through claims process and assist with accessing carrier resources
• Analyze coverage and oversee and ensure timely reporting of claims
• Respond to coverage issues, strategize, and advocate effectively on behalf of Lockton clients
• Advise and consult with clients and internal constituents on coverage issues concerning executive line and cyber claims
• Advise and consult with clients about the claim process and potential insurance solutions
• Review executive line and cyber policies and specific wording for coverage gaps and potential issues, consult with clients and internal constituents regarding same
• Research current trends in law that pertain to executive and cyber line space and our clients’ insurance programs
• Draft whitepapers and other educational presentations concerning executive and cyber lines
• Accumulate required continuing educational credits to maintain current insurance and legal license
• Represent Lockton at client meetings and external events
• Prepare written correspondence, analyses, reports and memos as needed
• Make a positive contribution to customer satisfaction and constantly strive to improve service to the customer
• Communicates in a positive manner to contribute to a cohesive, pleasant work environment
• Protect the confidentiality of information learned by performing the duties of the position; reinforce the importance of confidentiality of information to all department associates
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Law Degree required. Bachelor’s degree in a business-related program or equivalent education and/or experience required. CIPP a plus
• Ten plus years of experience as an attorney with an insurance company, law firm or other corporation. Experience handling insurance coverage matters or litigation is strongly preferred
• Understanding of the overall business, operations, and commercial insurance needs of clients
• Executive level presence to interface with top management of other businesses, representing Lockton in the highest professional manner
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills
• Consistent proven ability to organize and manage time in order to meet time-sensitive deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact with clients and associates at all levels of responsibility, building strong internal and external client relationships
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills, including resolving unusual and complex internal and external issues
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to understand, communicate with, find solutions for, deserve respect from, and motivate others
• Must have the ability to travel by automobile and aircraft and be away from home more than one day and night
• Legally able to work in the United States

This position may be eligible for annual discretionary bonus consideration.
Lockton offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401k plus match, life, salary continuation, long-term disability, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, legal benefit, identity theft protection, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pet insurance, and mental health benefits.
PLEASE NOTE- The salary range below is an estimate. The salary offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related knowledge, experience, education, certifications, and skills.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockton Companies is proud to provide everyone anequal opportunity to grow and advance. We are committed to an inclusive culture and environment where our people, clients and communities are treated with respect and dignity.

At Lockton, supporting diversity, equity and inclusion is ingrained in our values, and we believe that we are at our best when we fully embrace everyone. We strive to cultivate a caring culture that learnsfrom, celebrates and thrives because of ourbreadth of differences. As such, we recognize that recruiting, developing and retaining people with diverse backgrounds and experiences is vital and enabling our people to thrive personally and professionally is critical to our long-term success.

About Lockton

Lockton is the largest privately held independent insurance brokerage in the world. Since 1966, our independence has allowed us to serve our clients, take care of our people and give back to our communities. As such, our 13,100+ Associates doing business in over 155 countries are empowered to do what’s right every day.

At Lockton, we believe in the power of all people. You belong at Lockton.

How We Will Support You

At Lockton, we empower you to be true to yourself in all that you do. Your success is our success, and we provide opportunities to help you grow and create a rewarding career path, however you envision it.

We are ready to meet you where you are today, and as your needs change over time. In addition to industry-leading health insurance, we offer additional options to support your overall health and wellbeing.

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