Senior Director, Associate Staff Counsel

GEICO•Bethesda, MD

2d•$210,000 - $350,000•Remote

About The Position

GEICO is seeking an accomplished Senior Director to lead and develop its Staff Counsel teams. The role calls for a seasoned legal executive with a strong record of managing large, diverse legal teams and balancing multiple high-priority responsibilities. The successful candidate will bring legal expertise, strategic leadership, and strong management capabilities to drive operational excellence and foster a high-performing, positive, proactive team culture centered on growth and accountability. This is a remote position, with in-office attendance expected on an as-needed basis. The Senior Director leads Staff Counsel offices, oversees litigation strategy and case management, manages budgets and resources, communicates with internal stakeholders, assesses legal risks, ensures policy and legal compliance, and implements improvements to litigation practices. The position also facilitates training and professional development for management and non-management associates.

Requirements

Active license to practice law in at least one state and ability to maintain all necessary continuing legal education (CLE) requirements.
At least 12 years of litigation experience, focused on insurance defense or personal injury; relevant experience in other legal fields will also be considered.
Senior-level management experience.
Experience managing teams of attorneys and legal support professionals in a multi-office or high-volume environment.
Ability to manage multiple teams, priorities, and high-stakes legal matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use data analytics for strategic decision-making.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
High ethical standards and commitment to transparency and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Experience in commercial litigation.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop Staff Counsel offices, promoting high performance, clear accountability, and alignment with GEICO’s mission and values.
Develop and implement litigation strategies aligned with departmental goals and objectives.
Mentor and support professional development for team members.
Collaborate with senior leaders to shape department policy and ensure legal compliance.
Oversee litigation cases from initiation through trial, settlement, or appeal.
Monitor case performance and deadlines, and adjust strategies to optimize outcomes.
Manage competing legal and operational demands and priorities.
Manage office budgets, allocate resources, and support cost-effective litigation strategies.
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders on litigation policies and case handling.
Evaluate legal risks and exposure, and provide strategic recommendations to mitigate potential impacts.
Ensure compliance with legal and internal policy standards and stay current with legislation affecting litigation.
Identify and implement best practices, tools, and technologies to improve litigation effectiveness.
Facilitate ongoing training and development for management and non-management associates.