Insurance and Claims Counsel

Lockton•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Insurance and Claims Counsel handles a large volume of executive-line claims, including D&O, E&O, cyber, crime, and employment practices claims. The role guides clients through the claims process, helps them access carrier resources, analyzes coverage, oversees timely claim reporting, and responds to coverage issues. The Counsel strategizes and advocates on behalf of Lockton clients and advises clients and internal constituents on executive-line and cyber coverage matters, the claims process, and potential insurance solutions. The position reviews executive-line and cyber policies and wording to identify coverage gaps and potential issues, researches legal trends affecting those lines and clients’ insurance programs, and develops whitepapers and educational presentations. It also represents Lockton at client meetings and external events, prepares correspondence and analytical materials, maintains required continuing education for current insurance and legal licenses, and contributes to customer satisfaction, confidentiality, and a positive workplace. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Law degree required.
Bachelor’s degree in a business-related program or equivalent education and/or experience required.
More than 10 years of experience as an attorney with an insurance company, law firm, or other corporation.
Understanding of clients’ overall business, operations, and commercial insurance needs.
Executive-level presence to interface with senior management at other businesses and represent Lockton professionally.
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to organize and manage time to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact with clients and associates at all levels and build strong internal and external relationships.
Proven leadership and problem-solving skills, including resolving unusual and complex internal and external issues.
Ability to understand, communicate with, find solutions for, earn the respect of, and motivate others.
Ability to travel by automobile and aircraft and be away from home for more than one day and night.
Legally able to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

CIPP certification is a plus.
Experience handling insurance coverage matters or litigation is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Handle a large volume of executive-line claims, including D&O, E&O, cyber, crime, and employment practices claims.
Guide clients through the claims process and assist them in accessing carrier resources.
Analyze coverage, oversee claims, and ensure timely claim reporting.
Respond to coverage issues, develop strategies, and advocate for Lockton clients.
Advise and consult with clients and internal constituents on executive-line and cyber coverage issues, claims processes, and potential insurance solutions.
Review executive-line and cyber policies and wording for coverage gaps and potential issues, and consult with clients and internal constituents about findings.
Research current legal trends related to executive and cyber lines and clients’ insurance programs.
Draft whitepapers and educational presentations concerning executive and cyber lines.
Complete required continuing education credits to maintain current insurance and legal licenses.
Represent Lockton at client meetings and external events.
Prepare written correspondence, analyses, reports, and memos as needed.
Contribute to customer satisfaction and continually strive to improve customer service.
Communicate positively to support a cohesive and pleasant work environment.
Protect confidential information and reinforce the importance of confidentiality to department associates.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.