Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure’s promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. Amerisure is an A.M. Best “A” (excellent) rated company and services mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. We are ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, and have nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and $1.12 billion in surplus.
Due to a retirement, Amerisure is recruiting for a Coverage and Litigation Manager to join our team. This role can be remote from most locations in the U.S.; however, preferred locations are near our following offices: Atlanta GA, Chicago IL, Dallas TX, Farmington Hills MI, or Tampa FL.
Position Summary:
Collaborates with and provides legal advice, coverage analysis, and training to claims staff. Prepares coverage opinions and coordinates with senior internal and external legal counsel on complex insurance coverage matters. In partnership with claims, manages coverage and extra-contractual litigation. Responsible for handling Amerisure’s subpoena responses.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with and advise claims department regarding coverage issues including providing formal and informal coverage opinions.
Coordinate with senior internal counsel and external counsel on complex matters as necessary.
Provide legal advice regarding insurance policy interpretation based on applicable case law.
Provide counsel regarding strategy and recommended course of action to resolve coverage issues.
Manage coverage and extra-contractual litigation against the company.
Manage Amerisure’s subpoena response process.
Collaborate and provide legal advice to claims and underwriting departments regarding development and revisions to coverage forms.
Create and conduct training for claims and underwriting staff regarding insurance coverage law and emerging trends.
Evaluate risk transfer provisions in contracts in support of field underwriting and risk management.
Requirements:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in the state of primary location.
Licensed to practice law in other operating locations preferred.
5 years commercial insurance coverage/commercial general liability experience.
5 years civil litigation or claims litigation experience preferred.
Proficient in on-line legal research through Westlaw, LexisNexis, or similar service.
Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite.
Demonstrated successful ability to build positive relationships and partnerships within department, across the organization and with external customers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal with ambiguity.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers.
Ability to lead discussions, make presentations and deliver technical subject matter to a non-technical audience.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
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Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package. Amerisure offers a Compensation & Benefits Package that includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health & welfare benefits, 401(k) savings plan and profit sharing. In addition to generous paid time off programs, we allow our employees flexible and remote work arrangements. If you strive for excellence and are committed to personal and professional growth, Amerisure is looking for you.
Amerisure Insurance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Amerisure Insurance complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Amerisure Insurance expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Amerisure’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
