Surety Senior Claims Professional Attorney

Zurich North America is hiring a Surety Senior Claims Professional (Attorney) to join our team! We are open to hiring talent located within the U.S. This is a virtual position, so you will have a home-based office. There are no billable hours, and we will teach you surety.

In this role, you will manage a caseload of moderate to high complexity Surety claims from start through settlement and resolution, and within specific authority limits. You will ensure that claims are handled in the most efficient and effective manner to deliver on Zurich's claims best practices and customer-led commitment. You will have an opportunity to develop strong partnerships that include extensive communications and interactions with principals, brokers, and other internal business unit contacts.

Primary accountabilities include:

1. Analyzing coverage, liability, and damages
2. Participating in mediations and negotiating settlements
3. Drafting coverage and denial letters, underwriter notification of claim issues, etc.
4. Drafting case summary reports in connection with significant reserve increases and trial preparation
5. Directing activities of defense counsel

You must be able to travel approximately 25% to visit project sites or for other business needs that may arise.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctor and 5 or more years of experience in the Legal area AND
2. JD and 5 or more years of legal practice experience in the insurance area
3. Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
4. Experience in insurance claims and the insurance legal and regulatory environment
5. Negotiation experience
6. Customer service experience
7. Microsoft Office experience

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Member of the bar
2. Detail oriented
3. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. For additional information about our Total Rewards, click here. Other rewards may include short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on experience, skill, and education. The salary provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position is. The starting salary range for this position is $130,000.00 - $170,000.00.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich? Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers, and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Illinois Virtual Office, AM - Remote Work (US)

Remote Working: Yes

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No