Counsel, Global Legal & Compliance
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled legal professionals in the insurance industry has grown significantly, with a 25% increase in job openings over the past year. As companies navigate complex regulatory environments, the need for experts like counsels has never been more pressing. Liberty Mutual Insurance's Global Legal & Compliance Department is seeking a highly motivated Counsel to join their team, offering a chance to work with a leading insurance provider. With the shift to remote work, candidates can now access opportunities like this from anywhere, but it's essential to stand out in a competitive job market. Before applying, consider highlighting your experience in litigation management, law firm partnerships, and legal compliance.
Job Description
About the Role
The Counsel, Global Legal & Compliance position at Liberty Mutual Insurance is a unique opportunity for a highly motivated and qualified attorney to join the company's Strategic Counsel & Litigation Management group. This role involves working closely with national law firms on managed law firm panels, internal Global Legal department teams, and the Claims organization to provide advice and oversight on the delivery of legal services, litigation management, legal spend, and firm management. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out actions that have a significant impact on the company's rights, privileges, and responsibilities while maintaining high standards of legal and business ethics and professional responsibility.As part of the Outside Counsel Partnerships group, the Counsel will play a crucial role in driving innovative solutions and enhancing litigated case outcomes. The company is looking for an individual with excellent communication and presentation skills, who can work effectively with various stakeholders, including claims professionals, underwriters, and external law firms.
The role is part of a dynamic team that requires collaboration, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of legal and business principles. The ideal candidate will be able to navigate complex legal issues, develop actionable strategies, and provide high-quality legal advice to support the company's objectives.
What You Will Do
- Provide legal advice, guidance, and recommendations on all aspects of litigation management to the company
- Develop and implement actionable strategies to enhance litigated case outcomes and cost control
- Conduct performance oversight of national law firms and managed panels, including multi-dimensional scorecard assessments and KPI reviews
- Analyze and manage law firms to drive innovative solutions and adherence to best practices, protocols, and SLAs
- Negotiate competitive pricing with law firms through competitive rate analysis, holistic state analysis, and Alternative Fee Arrangement development
- Provide legal consultation to address outside counsel issues, including conducting analysis and developing strategies to handle complex issues
- Partner with Claims, Underwriting, Global Legal, and other stakeholders on complex and routine legal issues and unique panel projects
- Use metrics and legal analytics to advise strategy, drive quality legal services, savings, and opportunities on legal handling, spend, and outcomes
- Participate in multiple strategic initiatives across the SCLM, Claims, and Global Legal departments
- Maintain current knowledge of legal issues and developments in the law
What We Are Looking For
- Completion of law school with a J.D. or L.L.B. degree and admission to the bar of at least one jurisdiction in the United States
- At least five years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a focus on litigation, including trials
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience in complex and non-complex negotiations, including throughout all phases of case handling
- Direct client or stakeholder exposure, with the ability to work effectively with various stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to conduct research and analysis of legal issues
- Strong understanding of business and firm metrics and analytics
- Comprehensive understanding of defense and insurance litigation
Nice to Have
- Experience working with managed law firm panels and outside counsel partnerships
- Knowledge of legal project management principles and practices
- Familiarity with legal technology and analytics tools
- Certification in legal project management or a related field
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a leading insurance provider
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- Retirement savings plan with company match
How to Stand Out
- Tip: Highlight your experience in litigation management, law firm partnerships, and legal compliance to stand out as a candidate.
- When applying, make sure to tailor your resume and cover letter to the specific requirements of the role, emphasizing your relevant skills and experience.
- Prepare to discuss your understanding of legal and business ethics, as well as your ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.
- Consider creating a portfolio that showcases your legal writing and analytical skills, such as samples of legal briefs or research memos.
- During the interview process, be prepared to answer behavioral questions that demonstrate your experience in negotiation, conflict resolution, and strategic thinking.
- Research the company culture and values to understand how you can contribute to the organization's mission and objectives.
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