RLI Corp

Director, Claim Counsel

RLI Corp • $136K — $199K *
Chicago, IL 60629In-Person
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • J.D. required.
  • 8+ years of law practice experience, ideally at both a law firm and an insurance company.
  • Expertise in handling coverage and bad faith litigation related to commercial general liability and/or first-party property policies.
  • Experience with diverse product lines preferred.
  • Strong grasp of insurance policy drafting is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Manage countrywide coverage and bad faith litigation for the Company.
  • Oversee outside coverage counsel and review all related filings and discovery.
  • Achieve timely and economical resolutions of coverage litigation.
  • Consult with the Claim Department on coverage issues and documentation reviews.
  • Conduct research and analyze external coverage and bad faith decisions across U.S. jurisdictions.
  • Provide training and legal insights to the Claim Department on coverage and claim handling issues.
  • Advise on policy language and contribute to product development.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) centered on shared success.
  • Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
  • Annual bonus plans and profit-sharing contributions for retirement.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Training, certification opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Paid volunteer time off to support community engagement.
  • Promotes a respectful and diverse workplace with initiatives to enhance inclusion.
Full Job Description
Principal Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage coverage and bad faith litigation by and against the Company countrywide by providing competent legal advice and counsel on claim related matters.
  • Manage outside coverage counsel in coverage and bad faith litigation, including review all company filings and discovery responses.
  • Achieve optimal results by resolving claim-related coverage litigation fairly, expeditiously, and economically.
  • Consult with and provide legal advice to the Claim Department on coverage issues, including reviewing coverage letters or other documentation.
  • Research, analyze, and evaluate external coverage and bad faith decisions and legislation across multiple US jurisdictions.
  • Provide training and legal advice to Claim Department, including on coverage issues, file documentation, litigation management, excess vs. primary disputes, catastrophe claims, and claim handling issues.
  • Provide legal advice and consultation on policy language and product development.
  • Provide legal advice to Claim Department on other issues and disputes that arise from coverage and claim handling.
  • Provide legal advice on special projects, initiatives, and other duties as needed.

Education & Experience

  • J.D. required.
  • A minimum of 8 years of experience practicing law at a law firm or insurance company, preferably both.
  • Experience providing legal advice and handling coverage and bad faith litigation arising under commercial general liability and/or first party property policies.
  • Experience with additional product lines preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies

  • Experience handling bodily injury and property damage liability claims or litigation, preferably both.
  • Experience analyzing coverage under commercial general liability, first party property, and other insurance policies and defending alleged bad faith claims preferred.
  • Experience providing coverage advice and handling coverage and bad faith litigation across multiple US jurisdictions strongly preferred.
  • Experience with insurance policy drafting preferred.
  • Ability to use analytical methods in complex claim processes to find workable solutions.
  • Ability to generate innovative solutions within the Claim Counsel Department.
  • Ability to communicate findings and recommendations effectively to management on Claim Counsel department matters.
  • Ability to communicate effectively on claim counsel matters.
  • Ability to collaborate with and develop others to facilitate increased performance.
  • Ability to apply a strategic perspective to improve claim outcomes.
  • Ability to provide a high level of service to the Claim Department and other key stakeholders including clear communication, sound judgment, and practical advice.


Compensation Overview
The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future.

Base Pay Range
$136,618.00 - $199,120.00

Total Rewards
At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee.

Financial Incentives
  • Annual bonus plans
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) - automatic 3% company contribution
  • Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)


Work & Life
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
  • Parental and family care leave
  • Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
  • Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
  • Employee assistance program


Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • 2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
  • Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits


Personal & Professional Growth
RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include:
  • Training & certification opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Education bonuses


Diversity & Inclusion
Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results.

About RLI Corp

RLI Corp is an American property and casualty insurance company headquartered in Peoria, Illinois. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides various insurance products, including casualty insurance, property insurance, and surety bonds. RLI Corp operates in all 50 states and internationally. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to become a Fortune 1000 company. RLI Corp is known for its strong financial performance and has consistently been rated A+ by A.M. Best.
Learn more about RLI Corp
Size
890 employees
Market Cap
$5.9 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$157 million
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$983.6 million
NASDAQ
RLI
* Ladders Estimates

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