Litigation Counsel, Environmental

AISI AEGIS Insurance Services, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Pet insurance

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

AEGIS Insurance Services, Inc. is seeking a Litigation Counsel to oversee complex Professional Liability claims. The role includes managing claims, providing services, and advice to AEGIS and its policyholders. Candidates must have a law degree, 5-8 years of experience in the legal or insurance field, and proficiency in litigation procedures and claims management.

Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, a hybrid work schedule, and a starting salary of $120,000 to $150,000 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in legal or insurance claims.
• Admission to a state bar is required.
• Environmental claims experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned claims and perform coverage analysis.
• Provide advice and direction in the defense of claims.
• Conduct settlement negotiations with insured personnel.

Skills

Litigation procedures

Coverage analysis

Negotiation of complex claims

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Law degree from an ABA accredited school

Job description

Job Summary

AEGIS Insurance Services Inc. has an immediate opening for a Litigation Counsel, Environmental. The role oversees an inventory of complex Professional Liability claims at the excess level, managing assigned claims and providing 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 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to effectively present to varied audiences.
• Ability to effectively negotiate large and/or complex claims.

Candidate Attributes

• Collaborative: 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.
• Establish and adjust UNL and NUNL reserves reflecting AEGIS’ ultimate probable cost/exposure.
• Provide 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 investigation, evaluation, negotiation, settlement and defense of claims and litigation.
• Conduct or participate in settlement negotiations with insured’s personnel and counsel, when appropriate.
• Consult with Claims management and the Claims Review Committee, as required, in 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.
• Provide advice and guidance to AEGIS colleagues in evaluation and management of claims, analysis of coverage issues, and research and review of statutory and common law.
• Ensure smooth operation of the department when Claims management team is unavailable.
• Keep abreast of developments in law and their applicability and impact on claims.

Salary and Benefits

Starting salary between $120,000 and $150,000, based on qualifications. AEGIS employees are eligible to participate in an annual incentive program with competitive awards. Benefits include health & wellness (medical, dental, vision, mental health support, employee assistance), retirement (401(k) with matching), income protection (life, disability, accident, critical illness), time off (vacation days, sick days, holidays, family/military leave), commuter benefits, pet insurance, hybrid work schedule, tuition assistance and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employment

AEGIS Insurance Services, Inc. participates in E‑Verify. 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. EOE.