Associate Coverage Counsel Job at AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
Overview:
Internal coverage counsel services AmTrust’s U.S based, specialty, core and workers compensation claims organizations with coverage determinations and mitigating extra-contractual risks. Day-to-day responsibilities will include providing advice to claims adjusters by way of reviewing proposed coverage position letters drafted by adjusters, responding to coverage questions from the claims organization, performing legal research, and formulating strategy on litigated coverage and bad faith matters with claim adjusters and managers to obtain optimal resolution. You will also monitor and handle a small pending of extra-contractual matters.
This position may be remote, or reside in any AmTrust claims office, if desired (subject to space constraints). Occasional travel may be required.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.
AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.
This Litigation Department position serves as internal coverage and extra-contractual counsel to AmTrust’s nationwide claims organization. In this role, you will provide consultation, critical analysis and strategic development recommendations relative to the most complex and challenging claims circumstances across all AmTrust business lines and jurisdictions.
Internal coverage counsel services AmTrust’s U.S based, specialty, core and workers compensation claims organizations with coverage determinations and mitigating extra-contractual risks. Day-to-day responsibilities will include providing advice to claims adjusters by way of reviewing proposed coverage position letters drafted by adjusters, responding to coverage questions from the claims organization, performing legal research, and formulating strategy on litigated coverage and bad faith matters with claim adjusters and managers to obtain optimal resolution. You will also monitor and handle a small pending of extra-contractual matters.
This position may be remote, or reside in any AmTrust claims office, if desired (subject to space constraints). Occasional travel may be required.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
- Providing coverage analysis, including conclusions and recommendations for coverage issues and claims handling relative to bad faith and extra-contractual exposure;
- Giving guidance on additional investigation that may be required to resolve coverage and extra-contractual concerns;
- Succinctly presenting complex issues to upper management in the Claim, Litigation and Underwriting Departments;
- Communicating with Company stakeholders in Underwriting, Regulatory, Audit and Corporate Legal;
- Working with outside counsel to formulate proactive litigation and pre-suit strategies:
- Direct and manage case strategy and budget;
- Comment upon and approve pleadings and motion papers;
- Assist with deposition preparation and custodian interviews;
- Assist with internal investigations relative to extra-contractual and bad faith matters.
- Assisting with litigation holds and ESI collections; and
- Developing and analyzing broad claims, underwriting and litigation data with a focus on isolating areas of concern and improvement.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
- JD American Bar Association accredited law school;
- 3+ years liability coverage experience (in-house or law firm);
- Understanding of national coverage and extra contractual/bad faith law;
- West Coast/Southwest experience preferred but not required;
- Ability to track down information and navigate large company with minimal guidance;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; and
- Basic Excel skills.
What We Offer
AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.
AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.
This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.
What We Offer:
AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.
AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.
Please Note :
bankofmontserrat.ms is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, bankofmontserrat.ms provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.