Counsel II

Erie Insurance • Erie, PA

1d • $139,559 - $222,932 • Onsite

About The Position

The hiring manager will consider candidates for the Counsel I, Counsel II, or Counsel III positions. Level of position offered will depend upon the depth and breadth of selected candidate's experience and qualifications. Assists with providing legal counsel and guidance on ordinary and special business activities and operations, and/or insurance claims and litigation, to ensure maximum protection of ERIE's legal rights and maintenance of operations and activities within the limits prescribed by law. Directs or interfaces with outside legal counsel in the defense of ERIE against lawsuits or claims, or the prosecution of ERIE's claims against others.

Requirements

• J.D. or L.L.B. degree from an accredited law school required.
• Ten years of related experience, preferably in corporate and/or insurance law, required.
• Admitted to practice, and in good standing, in at least one state; if not admitted in Pennsylvania, eligible for admission by reciprocity, limited in-house admission, or examination required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience with insurance or financial industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the organization and direction of the company's legal activities.
• Assists in directing the defense of the company against suits or claims, and assists in initiating legal actions to support the company's claims against others.
• Provides legal counsel and guidance to officers and other personnel on corporate and operational matters involving legal problems.
• Prepares or reviews proposed contracts, leases and other formal agreements and legal instruments in order to safeguard the company's interests. Reviews drafts of ERIE's insurance policies, forms and endorsements.
• Drafts and revises insurance contracts and related documents to ensure conformity with applicable statutes, regulations, administrative orders, circulars, bulletins and other applicable legal authority.
• Researches and interprets statutes, regulations, case law, insurance department bulletins and other applicable legal authority. Provides legal advice and guidance to various departments of the company.
• Provides legal research, advice and guidance on insurance claims.
• Reviews proposed and existing legislation affecting the Erie Insurance Group and advises and consults with General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel and Senior Counsel on the position of the company with regard to such matters.
• Counsels and advises corporate personnel on legal issues including, but not limited to, those related to real and personal property, taxes, advertising, trademarks, copyright and promotion programs, contracts, personnel matters, public relations, underwriting and claims interpretation.
• Participates in trade associations and regulatory and legislative hearings and meetings as directed or requested.
• Handles legal assignments as directed or requested.

Benefits

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents.
• Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums.
• We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
• Pension.
• Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match.
• The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
• Career development.
• Tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Orthodontic coverage for children and adults
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility and infertility coverage
• Well-being programs
• Paid volunteer hours for service to your community
• Dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level