Litigation Counsel, Environmental

AEGIS; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness

401(k) with matching

Hybrid work schedule

Time off & holidays

Commuter benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

AEGIS Insurance Services, Inc. seeks a Litigation Counsel, Environmental, to oversee complex professional liability claims at the excess level. You will manage claims, provide advice to insureds and defense counsel, and coordinate with reinsurers.

Requirements include 5–8 years of legal/claims experience, an ABA law degree and bar admission, and strong negotiation skills. Environmental experience is a plus; hybrid work schedule and strong benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years in legal or insurance claims field.
• ABA-accredited law degree and bar admission required.
• Experience with coverage analysis, litigation procedures, and large/complex claims negotiations.
• Environmental claims experience and professional insurance certifications are a plus.
• General knowledge of energy industry is a plus; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee an inventory of complex claims and provide advice to insureds and defense counsel.
• Perform timely coverage analysis and communicate positions to stakeholders.
• Evaluate liability and damages and establish reserves as needed.
• Participate in settlements and negotiate favorable outcomes.
• Collaborate with claims management, reinsurers, and management as required.
• Assist in policy development and maintain relationships with insureds and brokers.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Collaboration

Client service

Communication

Education

Law degree (ABA accredited)

Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word)

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

AEGIS Insurance Services Inc. has an immediate opening for:

Litigation Counsel, Environmental

Job Description:

AEGIS Insurance Services, Inc. ("AEGIS") has an immediate opening for a Litigation Counsel responsible for overseeing an inventory of complex Professional Liability claims at the excess level. The candidate will effectively manage assigned claims and provide claims services and appropriate advice to AEGIS and its Members-Policyholders.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in legal or insurance claims related field
• Experience with coverage analysis, litigation procedures, and management/negotiation of large and/or complex claims
• Law degree from an ABA accredited school and admission to a state bar
• Environmental claims experience a plus
• Professional insurance certifications a plus
• Working knowledge of the energy industry a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to effectively present to varied audiences
• Ability to effectively negotiate large and/or complex claims

Candidate Attributes:

• Collaborative Communications and Behavior: Develops and maintains effective working relationships as a team member and across divisions; readily collaborates and shares information, seeks and provides constructive feedback, and supports a respectful workplace
• Initiative and Accountability: Proactively addresses opportunities to enhance AEGIS' people, processes, products, and services, takes ownership for one's responsibilities by acting with integrity and in the best interest of the organization and stakeholders
• Quality-Focused: Demonstrates a solution-focus, displays thoroughness and accuracy through quality deliverables, and demonstrates persistence and perseverance in achieving concrete and tangible outcomes
• Service-Oriented: Conveys a genuine desire and ability to anticipate and meet customer needs and creates and nurtures mutually beneficial relationships within AEGIS and with AEGIS Members and brokers

Essential Job Functions:

Management of Assigned Claims

• Achieve timely and proper coverage analysis and verification, and effectively communicate AEGIS' coverage positions on assigned claims
• Achieve timely and accurate evaluation of liability and damages
• Achieve timely and adequate establishment and adjustment of UNL and NUNL reserves reflecting AEGIS' ultimate probable cost/exposure
• Achieve timely and appropriate reporting to file, claims management and reinsurers, as needed
• Provide advice, technical assistance and case management direction to insureds' claim professionals and defense attorneys in the investigation, evaluation, negotiation, settlement and defense of claims and litigation, as appropriate
• Conduct or participate in settlement negotiations in conjunction with insured's personnel and counsel, when appropriate
• Consult with Claims management and the Claims Review Committee, as required, in the evaluation and management of assigned claims
• Assist in the development of policy and standards for the Claims Division
• Foster and maintain good working relationships with insureds, counsel, brokers, and reinsurers
• As requested, provide advice and guidance to AEGIS colleagues in the evaluation and management of claims, analysis of coverage issues and in the research and review of statutory and common law
• Ensure the smooth operation of the department when the Claims management team is unavailable
• Keep abreast of developments in the law and their applicability and impact on claims

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EOE

AEGIS Insurance Services, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

We expect to pay a starting salary between $120,000 and $150,000. An applicant’s placement within this range is based on their individual qualifications and professional experience. In addition to base salary, AEGIS employees are eligible to participate in the Company's annual incentive program, with competitive awards based on corporate and individual performance.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive and competitive suite of options for health & wellness, retirement, income protection, time off and additional benefits:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support and employee assistance programs
• Retirement: 401(k) with matching contribution
• Income Protection: Life, disability, accident and critical illness insurance
• Time Off: Vacation days, sick days, holidays and family/military leave options
• Other: Commuter benefits, pet insurance, hybrid work schedule
• Growth: Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities

We will consider this application carefully, but it does not guarantee employment. Selection is on a competitive basis. In addition, you must meet employment standards and specific position requirements. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

AEGIS Insurance Services, Inc. participates in E-Verify.