Panel Counsel Audit Attorney

Sentry Insurance•Stevens Point, WI

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Audit Attorney, you’ll provide strategic oversight of outsourced legal counsel to help the organization effectively manage the needs of Sentry’s policyholders. What You'll Do As an Audit Attorney, you will: Develop standards and technical operating procedures to ensure quality, consistency, and control of litigated files. Set guidelines for outside counsel use, relationships with counsel, expected behavior, and costs associated with counsel. Monitor adherence to guidelines and take appropriate action when counsel does not follow guidelines consistent with Sentry policy and philosophy. Monitor legal costs of outside counsel and make recommendations for improved service/cost as appropriate. Provide recommendations of counsel to claim staff as requested on the selection of independent legal counsel to handle claims as appropriate.

Requirements

Juris Doctor Degree or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 5 years related work experience.
Wide breadth of knowledge and experience in defense and/or insurance claims.
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Ability to work with various groups and develop partnerships, teamwork, and good working relationships with all levels of external and internal business partners.

Responsibilities

Develop standards and technical operating procedures to ensure quality, consistency, and control of litigated files.
Set guidelines for outside counsel use, relationships with counsel, expected behavior, and costs associated with counsel.
Monitor adherence to guidelines and take appropriate action when counsel does not follow guidelines consistent with Sentry policy and philosophy.
Monitor legal costs of outside counsel and make recommendations for improved service/cost as appropriate.
Provide recommendations of counsel to claim staff as requested on the selection of independent legal counsel to handle claims as appropriate.

Benefits

At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.
Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office. As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
401(K) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on your first eight percent , plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program.
Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off.
Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
Well-being and Employee Assistance programs.
Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

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