VP, North American Claims Group

UAN Allied World National Assurance Company; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Group Term Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

All Allied World seeks an experienced attorney to manage coverage litigation across multiple lines of business, driving strategy and coordinating with underwriting, claims, actuarial, finance and technology teams.

The role emphasizes advocacy, discovery oversight, outside counsel management, and timely reporting of claim developments to management. This is a full-time position that supports professional growth within Allied World’s global network.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) with bar admission in good standing.
• Experience managing insurance coverage litigation.
• Ability to collaborate with underwriting, claims, finance, actuarial and technology teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage coverage litigation across a broad spectrum of accounts and policy forms.
• Retain counsel, develop and oversee litigation strategy, interact with counsel and parties.
• Oversee discovery, prepare and file matters, and establish reserves.
• Provide guidance on coverage questions and inform claim department personnel.
• Identify training opportunities for other departments.
• Represent the Company in mediations and arbitrations and report to E&O carriers.

Skills

Litigation management

Insurance law

Legal research

Counsel interaction

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Take the next step in your career with us. Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge. We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs. Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.

Job Summary

Manage litigation filed by and against the Company arising from insurance policies for all lines of business. Engage in collaborative projects in support of other areas of the company, including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations, and technology.

Job Duties

• Efficiently manage a volume of coverage litigation involving a broad spectrum of accounts and policy forms. For assigned files, promptly analyze matter, retain counsel, develop and oversee litigation strategy and manage litigation by effectively interacting with counsel and other parties, as required. In addition, oversee all aspects of discovery, working with other parties, and establish timely and appropriate reserves. Represent the Company in the resolution of matters and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations and arbitrations.
• Ensure compliance with the litigation hold procedure.
• Stay current on caselaw developments and trends with respect to insurance coverage and extra-contractual liability.
• Regularly report claim developments and trends to claims and underwriting management.
• Provide guidance on coverage questions or potential coverage matters to claim department personnel.
• Identify training opportunities for members of other departments including claims and underwriting.
• Work with other areas of the Company, including underwriting; finance and accounting; actuarial; operations; and technology, on projects as requested. Prepare claim summaries and other reports, as necessary, for management.
• Report suits filed by or against the Company, as well as potential suits, to Allied World’s E&O carriers. Provide quarterly updates to E&O carriers regarding open matters previously reported.
• Attend and/or represent the Company at relevant industry conferences/meetings.
• Identify and recruit coverage counsel to represent the Company in coverage disputes.

Salary

The salary range for this role is between:

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Disability Insurance
• a company match 401k plan
• Group Term Life Insurance

Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working at Allied World Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years.

Expectations

• Instant membership in the Allied World — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources Global Presence Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto.

We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.

Take the next step in your career with us.

Allied World is the perfect spot for driven professionals who thrive on collaboration and knowledge. We believe that when our talented team members work together, our clients get the best results. We celebrate diverse perspectives and offer growth opportunities through training, mentoring, and career development. Our people are our greatest asset, and we're proud of our exceptional team.