Sr. Litigation Specialist (Remote)

CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer • Washington, NV

8d • $89,865 - $119,800 • Remote

About The Position

CSAA Insurance Group is hiring a remote Senior Litigation Specialist to manage complex litigated first- and third-party auto and homeowners claims. The role shapes claim strategy by directing defense counsel, evaluating settlement opportunities, establishing settlement authority, and participating in negotiations. The specialist works toward fair and timely resolutions while managing defense costs and indemnity exposure.

The position is remote anywhere in the United States except Hawaii and Alaska. The role may require travel, extended hours, and weekends. Candidates must be authorized to work indefinitely in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. Compensation depends on work location, experience, and education. The national average salary range is $89,865–$99,850, with a starting range across hiring states of $89,865–$119,800. Colorado’s range is $89,865–$109,700. The position is eligible for a company-wide annual discretionary bonus of up to 12% of eligible pay.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, insurance, risk management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• High school diploma.
• Proven experience handling insurance claims.
• Ability to acquire required licenses in states where they are needed.
• Extensive understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements and ability to develop proficiency in standards of civil procedure.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills and ability to organize and present sophisticated facts to executive management.
• Ability to travel and work extended hours and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Prior Senior Casualty experience.
• Bilingual ability.
• Proficiency, or ability to become proficient, in handling minor, moderate, and sophisticated litigated claims.
• Experience creating collaborative, inclusive, and psychologically safe environments; fostering trust; mentoring; volunteering; supporting employee resource groups; or participating in cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze claims by examining facts of loss and other applicable factors.
• Create discovery plans for first- and third-party claims, including depositions, expert retention, Independent Medical Exams, and accident reconstruction.
• Direct defense counsel and provide authority for resolution, including whether to settle or proceed to trial, while balancing defense costs and indemnity.
• Review liability, damages, coverage, and risk to assess independent settlement opportunities.
• Collaborate with defense counsel on negotiation strategy and represent the organization by phone or in person at mediations and settlement conferences.
• Authorize, approve, and monitor outside counsel budgets and use bill review software to analyze defense expenses.
• Prepare and present recommendations on litigated cases to local and executive management, up to the IELT level.
• Secure resolution authority up to the highest levels.
• Travel as needed for enterprise, divisional, team, and other in-person meetings.
• Support business needs, which may include investing extra time and helping other teams.

Benefits

• Total compensation package.
• Annual bonus eligibility for most roles.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Career growth and development opportunities supported by leaders and mentors.
• Remote-first flexible workplace, with opportunities to work from various locations including CSAA offices.

What This Job Offers

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