Underwriting Counsel - Environmental Division

Kalepa; Exton, Boston, Cincinnati, New York (PA, MA, OH, NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 117.000 - 165.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Commuter benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Zusammenfassung

Great American Insurance Group's Environmental Division seeks an experienced Underwriting Counsel to support underwriting teams with insurance coverage, contract language, and regulatory issues. This hybrid role offers onsite work four days a week in Exton, PA, with one remote day, and potential placement in other major markets.

You will review contracts, draft policy language, advise management, monitor regulatory developments, and contribute to internal reports.

Qualifikationen

• JD from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in insurance coverage matters or within an insurance carrier’s legal or claims organization.
• Experience with insurance coverage analysis, policy interpretation, or related insurance matters preferred.
• Environmental law or environmental insurance experience is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Provides legal advice and guidance to underwriters on coverage, contractual, and related legal matters.
• Reviews and evaluates contracts and endorsements to assess impact on coverage and underwriting decisions.
• Drafts, reviews, and revises policy language to support underwriting needs and business objectives.
• Advises management on legal matters and potential areas of liability or exposure.
• Keeps updated on regulatory developments and communicates impact on the business.

Kenntnisse

Legal analysis

Written communication

Verbal communication

Relationship-building

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Underwriting Counsel - Environmental DivisionWe use optional cookies to personalize content and analyze our traffic. You may decline the use of optional cookies by selecting the \"Decline\" button below. By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies.# Careers at Great American Insurance Group## Underwriting Counsel - Environmental DivisionApply: Hybrid: Exton, PA (USA): Boston, MA (USA): Cincinnati, OH (USA): New York, NY (USA): Full time: Posted Today: R9822**Be Here. Be Great.** Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a \"small company\" culture where your ideas will be heard with \"big company\" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.## This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.Great American Insurance Group’s Environmental Division provides a comprehensive portfolio of environmental insurance solutions to organizations across a wide range of industries. Our products can be customized to address the unique risks and exposures of each client. We are seeking an Underwriting Counsel to serve as a trusted legal partner to our underwriting team. This role will provide guidance on insurance coverage and contractual matters, support the development of policy language, and help the business navigate emerging legal and regulatory issues. Candidates may be located in Exton, PA; Cincinnati, OH; New York; Northern Kentucky; or Massachusetts. Great American’s culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. Employees in this role are expected to work onsite four days per week, Monday through Thursday, with flexibility to work remotely one day per week. **Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities*** Provides legal advice and guidance to underwriters on a broad range of insurance coverage, contractual, and related legal matters.* Reviews and evaluates contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to assess their potential impact on insurance coverage and underwriting decisions.* Drafts, reviews, and revises policy language and endorsements to support underwriting needs and business objectives.* Advises management on legal matters and potential areas of liability or exposure.* Partners closely with underwriting professionals and participates in regular collaboration meetings to provide legal perspective throughout the underwriting process.* Monitors proposed and existing regulatory and legislative developments and communicates their potential impact on the business.* Supports the preparation and administration of internal reports and other legal or underwriting-related documentation.* Maintains current knowledge of relevant legal, regulatory, insurance, and industry developments. **Job Qualifications*** Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and an active license to practice law.* 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably with a law firm handling insurance coverage matters or within an insurance carrier’s legal or claims organization.* Experience with insurance coverage analysis, policy interpretation, or related insurance matters strongly preferred.* Environmental law or environmental insurance experience is a plus.* Working knowledge of fundamental underwriting and claims concepts, practices, and procedures.* Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and communicate complex legal concepts clearly to business partners.* Strong written, verbal, analytical, and relationship-building skills.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.**Business Unit:**Environmental**Salary Range:**$117,000.00 -$165,000.00**Benefits:**We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees\\*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits. Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers. **\\*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.**