Litigation Specialist

Erie Insurance • Town of Henrietta, NY

3d • $88,693 - $141,678 • Remote

About The Position

This is a remote position that requires the ability to travel and service western, New York. The preferred candidate will reside in Niagara, Orleans, Genesee, Erie, Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, or Steuben County in the State of New York. The territory is subject to change based on business and service level needs. Exercises independent discretion and judgment in handling or directing litigated claims.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and six years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, or equivalent, required, or;
• Associate degree or paralegal certification and eight years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, required; or
• High school diploma or GED and ten years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, required.
• Strong knowledge of claims handling required.
• Strong knowledge of tort law and insurance coverage required.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate in Claims (AIC) or Senior Claim's Law Associate (SCLA) designation preferred.
• Appropriate license as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage, liability, and resolution strategies.
• Selects, engages, and collaborates with defense counsel in the handling of lawsuits.
• Manages litigation expenses and ensures that defense counsel adheres to ERIE's billing guidelines.
• Complies with and directs defense counsels' utilization of Outside Counsel Guidelines.
• Trains and mentors.
• Documents claim files.

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. We are among the 2% of Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of services.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
• Career development. Including a 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: Mid Level