Sr. Claims Counsel

Location: This position may be based out of any of our US Sompo office locations. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long-lasting careers.

Responsibilities

• Direct handle primary & excess Casualty claims involving emerging risks, potential long-term exposure, or significant coverage issues.
• Apply and demonstrate strong technical knowledge, legal insights, accuracy, and responsiveness on claim files with a high degree of customer service.
• Analyze liability, damage, and coverage issues, develop successful litigation and resolution strategies, establish appropriate reserves on files.
• Timely identify and elevate potential large losses and communicate effectively with internal and external business partners.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience in an insurance-related technical claims position with an emphasis on addressing coverage issues presented by long-term exposure and/or emerging risk issues.
• Juris Doctorate required and prior insurance carrier experience preferred.
• Insurance-related professional designations/education such as CPCU, IIA & SCLA a plus.
• Excellent writing, analytical, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to establish close working relationships with internal Sompo stakeholders.
• Some travel required.

Pay

Salary Range: $125,000 – $175,000. Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience.

Benefits

• Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution.
• Pharmacy benefits with mail order options.
• Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children.
• Vision benefits.
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children.
• Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions.
• Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays.
• Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tax-Free Commuter Benefit.
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits.

About Us

At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work.