Claims Counsel, Environmental

Zurich Financial Services (www.zurich.com) is an insurance-based financial services provider with a global network that focuses its activities on its key markets in North America and Europe. Founded in 1872, Zurich is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Through its offices in more than 50 countries, 57,000 Zurich employees serve clients in more than 120 countries. In North America, Zurich (www.zurichna.com) is a leading commercial property-casualty insurance provider serving the global corporate, large corporate, middle market, small business (not offered in Canada), specialties and programs sectors.




Job ID: 11956



Posting Title: Claims Counsel, Environmental



Working Location: New York, NY



Employment Status: Full-Time




Job Summary:

The ideal candidate will handle environmental liability claims (1st and 3rd party) of moderate to high value and complexity to prompt and equitable conclusion. Under limited direction, will work within broad limits and authority on highly complex assignments requiring specialized knowledge of liability claims. Will investigate and maintain claims, determine liability, secure information, review coverages, and settle claims. This position is viewed as key resource in the department and provides technical advice to lower level associates and other functional areas



Job Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree required. JD a plus. 2-5 years of environmental claims experience a plus. Will also consider other insurance experience, insurance coverage litigation experience or experience working in a law firm that handles environmental regulatory work. Fundamental knowledge of the insurance industry, claims, and the insurance legal and regulatory environment a plus. A functional and developing knowledge of the legal statutes and procedures a plus. An understanding of claims handling specific to environmental liability a plus. Light travel required.


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