Senior Claims Director: Complex Liability & Litigation

RLI Insurance Company; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and holidays

Hybrid work arrangements

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement plan

Educational opportunities

Job summary

RLI Insurance Company in the United States seeks an experienced attorney with expertise in handling general liability claims. The role focuses on high-exposure cases, coverage analysis, and strategic claim resolution, including mediations and trials.

The candidate should bring a JD and substantial experience in insurance defense; a bachelor’s in business or related field is typically required. The position offers flexible and hybrid work arrangements and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or related field is typically required.
• 8+ years of relevant legal or insurance experience with general liability claims.
• A Juris Doctorate with relevant insurance coverage or defense litigation experience would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-exposure, complex bodily injury and property damage claims across the United States (excluding New York).
• Responsible for all aspects of claim-handling, including fact investigation, coverage analysis, injury/damages evaluation, and litigation management.
• Evaluate claims and set case resolution strategies, including mediations and trials in complex claims.
• Develop and implement claim resolution strategies and identify claims where trial is appropriate.
• Select, retain, and direct appropriate defense counsel on litigated cases.
• Collaboratively communicate with Underwriting on trends or developments impacting product lines.
• Lead in special projects and other duties as needed.

Skills

General liability claims

Litigation management

Strong writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Job description

RLI Insurance Company in the United States seeks an experienced attorney with expertise in handling general liability claims. The role focuses on high-exposure cases, coverage analysis, and strategic claim resolution, including mediations and trials.

The candidate should bring a JD and substantial experience in insurance defense; a bachelor’s in business or related field is typically required. The position offers flexible and hybrid work arrangements and growth opportunities.