Management Liability Claims Counsel

IAT has an immediate need for a Claims Counsel in our Management Liability Claims Unit. This role is a true complex claims handling position tasked with managing all lines of Management Liability Claims under our Management Liability policies. The ideal candidate will be located in any of the IAT office locations, with hybrid or fully remote arrangements considered for exceptional candidates.

About the Role

The Claims Counsel will handle Management Liability Claims (EPL, D&O, Fiduciary, and Crime) for Private and Non-Profit businesses. This position operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office work Monday through Wednesday, with remote work options for Thursday and Friday.

Responsibilities

• Handle Management Liability Claims (EPL, D&O, Fiduciary, and Crime) based on Claim Guidelines.
• Analyze, investigate, negotiate, and resolve claims within authority limits.
• Select, direct, and manage defense counsel, including approval of budgets.
• Develop litigation and file disposition strategies; attend mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Verify and analyze applicable coverage for reported claims.
• Follow operational policies and procedures, including compliance, regulatory, and customer service standards.
• Prepare reports (e.g., Large Loss Reports) reflecting loss development, financial exposure, coverage issues, and claim strategies.
• Establish and maintain 24-hour contact with stakeholders throughout the claim lifecycle.
• Identify and address recovery, contribution, and SIU opportunities.
• Set accurate and timely loss/expense reserves in compliance with Claim Guidelines.
• Draft correspondence, including coverage letters to stakeholders.
• Support business partners on claim and underwriting issues, including marketing meetings.
• Maintain resident/nonresident adjuster licenses as required.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (required).
• Properly licensed, registered, or authorized to practice law in the jurisdiction of work.
• 3-7 years of management liability claim experience, including handling Employment Practices Liability, Directors & Officers Liability, and Fiduciary Liability.
• Excellent coverage analysis skills with experience drafting coverage position correspondence.
• Experience handling litigated files and directing defense counsel (preferred).
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel (average 1 day per month).
• Claims licensure as required by respective state(s).
• CPCU or other insurance-related studies (beneficial).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize, multitask, and prioritize work.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze data, exercise sound judgment, and make supported decisions.
• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future VISA sponsorship.

Pay

The annual gross salary range for this role is $82,960 – $150,000. Total compensation includes base salary, performance-based bonuses, 401(k) match, and profit-sharing opportunities. Actual salaries vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, and location.

Benefits

• 38 paid days off (26 PTO days + 12 company holidays).
• 7% 401(k) company match with additional profit-sharing.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Numerous training and development opportunities.
• Healthcare and wellness programs.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• College Loan Assistance Support Plan.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Mentorship Program.
• Dress for Your Day Policy.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule: Monday through Wednesday in-office, with remote work options for Thursday and Friday.