Coverage Lead, Litigation
Company: Munich Re
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
We are adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to
hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the
creation of innovative solutions for our business units and
clients.
The Company
Munich Re Specialty Insurance (MRSI) provides extensive, specialty
property and casualty insurance solutions to customers through
select brokers, Managing General Agents, program administrators,
cover holders and insurtech partners. Products include: property,
casualty, professional liability and other specialty insurance
solutions. Our comprehensive, customized solutions are provided by
A+ rated carriers and are tailored to clients' needs. We offer
superior service levels, industry-recognized underwriting and
claims expertise and innovative approaches to complex and evolving
risks.
Munich Re Specialty Insurance (MRSI) is a description for the
insurance business operations of affiliated companies in the Munich
Re Group that share a common directive to offer and deliver
specialty property and casualty insurance products and services in
North America. For more information on MRSI, including licensing,
regulatory-required, and other information on the operating
companies, visit
https://www.munichre.com/us-non-life/en/general/munich-re-specialty-insurance-disclosures.html
The Opportunity
The Coverage Lead for Litigation is an important role in MRSI's
growing Claims Department. The Coverage Lead for Litigation is
responsible for directly managing insurance coverage and bad faith
litigation against the company. The position will manage litigation
brought under a variety of lines of coverage (casualty,
professional, financial, public entity and first-party property).
The candidate should have strong analytical skills, the ability to
foresee and weigh all of the potential implications of a decision,
and be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Major responsibilities include:
* Manage insurance coverage and bad faith litigation brought
against the company
* Direct outside counsel handling litigation against the
company
* Review and approve pleadings and discovery prepared by outside
counsel
* Prepare company witnesses for depositions
* Participate in strategic discussions on coverage issues with
Claims Team, and internal stakeholders, including Claims Leadership
Team, Corporate Underwriting and Underwriting
* Monitor insurance coverage case law nationally, and notify
internal stakeholders of developments
* Provide training to claim professionals on coverage matters
* Consistently looks for ways to improve efficiencies and outcomes
in relation to coverage litigation against the company
Your profile
Successful candidates will be possess the following Experience,
skills/capabilities:
* 9 years + of experience litigating insurance coverage disputes
and bad faith claims
* Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation, including
preparing pleadings, motion practice, all facets of discovery and
trial preparation
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Very strong understanding of insurance coverage issues and law
nationally
* Experience in addressing coverage matters under various lines of
business, including commercial general liability, professional
liability and first party property
* Ability to manage multiple matters
* Diplomatic, confident and collaborative
Willingness to travel for meetings with claims teams throughout the
country and mediations (approximately 20%)
At Munich Re US, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to
the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to
foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the
customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work.
We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel
respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every
day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our
customers the most innovative products and services.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
About us
Founded in 1917, Munich Reinsurance America, Inc. is one of the
largest reinsurers in the United States. Munich Reinsurance
America, Inc. has earned the A+ (Superior) financial strength
rating from A.M. Best Company - that's among the highest in the
industry. Over 1,000 employees serve our clients from our
Princeton, New Jersey campus and regional offices throughout the
United States.
As a member of Munich Re's US operations, we offer the financial
strength and stability that comes with being part of the world's
preeminent insurance and reinsurance brand. Our risk experts work
together to assemble the right mix of products and services to help
you stay competitive - from traditional reinsurance coverages, to
niche and specialty reinsurance and insurance products.
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