Insurance Claims Counsel - D&O & EPL

Zurich NA

Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 135,000 - 165,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan

401(k) match

401(k) contribution

Flexible work options

Work-life balance

Summer hours

Great culture

Job summary

Zurich North America is seeking a Legal Claims Professional for its Management Solutions group. The role handles Private/Non-Profit D&O, EPL, and Fiduciary claims with oversight, engaging defense counsel and communicating with underwriters, customers, and brokers.

Offers hybrid work options and potential bonuses under a national compensation framework. The candidate should have a JD with 5+ years in legal and insurance claims, plus strong negotiation and customer service skills.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor and 5+ years of legal experience in the insurance area.
Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s).
Experience in insurance claims and the insurance legal and regulatory environment.
Negotiation experience.
Customer service experience.
Microsoft Office experience.

Responsibilities

Analyze coverage, liability, damages and exposure
Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
Draft reservation of rights and coverage denial letters
Notify Underwriter of claim issues and account performance
Draft case summary reports in connection with significant reserve increases and trial preparation
Direct and engage with the activities of defense counsel
Analyze risk and minimize exposure
Strategically direct claims to timely and appropriate resolutions