Claims Coverage Counsel/Claims Coverage Administrator

Merchants Insurance Group
Any Location, NJ
Job Description
Role Overview

The Claims Coverage Counsel/Claims Coverage Administrator will be responsible for preparing coverage opinions and coverage position letters for claims involving complex coverage issues or disputes. The role will also assist claims professionals in the evaluation of risk transfer opportunities, priority of coverage, and tender strategies.

What You Will Do

The position will be responsible for both first- and third-party coverage review, analysis, and decisions for all levels of claims, including those involved in litigation. The individual will also provide claim, policy, regulatory, and legal expertise to all levels of management up to and including senior management.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree preferred, with license in good standing, and minimum 5 years of insurance coverage experience and/or practicing attorney experience. The candidate should also have proficiency with Westlaw or other legal research applications and a high degree of competency in insurance coverage analysis, policy construction, and legal research with exemplary writing skills.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree preferred, with license in good standing
  • Minimum 5 years of insurance coverage experience and/or practicing attorney experience
  • Proficiency with Westlaw or other legal research applications
  • Minimum 10 years of technical experience in complex coverage analysis
  • Prior leadership experience is highly desired

Benefits

  • Welcoming and positive work environment
  • Colleague Appreciation Events
  • Flexible work arrangements, including flex scheduling and summer hours
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Competitive pay scale
  • Generous paid time off package
  • Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401(k) employer match amount is 100% up to 6% of your annual contributions
  • Outstanding company bonus program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
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