Legal Claims Professional - Cyber

Legal Claims Professional - Cyber

Zurich is currently looking for Legal Claims Professionals for our Management Solutions Group to join our Professional Liability & Cyber team and work out of our Parsippany, NJ or Schaumburg, IL office.

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The Claims Professionals will handle Cyber and Professional Liability claims of moderate to high complexity under limited supervision. The ideal candidates will have experience reviewing complaints and other notice documents, performing coverage analysis, evaluating first-party costs and exposures, determining potential liability and exposure and setting appropriate reserves. They will resolve claims according to Best Practices and within authority limits. They will regularly communicate with customers and brokers and may be dedicated to handle claims for specific accounts.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Analyze coverage, liability and damages

• Participate in mediations and negotiating settlements

• Draft reservation of rights and coverage denial letters

• Notify Underwriters of significant claim developments, account performance, etc.

• Draft case summary reports in connection with significant reserve increases

• Monitor and manage activities of incident-response vendors, defense counsel and legal spend

At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, some regular in-office attendance is required. The candidate selected for this opportunity should be able to report into our Parsippany, NJ or Schaumburg, IL office.

Basic Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor and 5 or more years of experience in the Legal area AND

• JD and 5 or more years of legal practice experience in the insurance area

• Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)

• Experience in insurance claims and the insurance legal and regulatory environment

• Negotiation experience

• Customer service experience

• Microsoft Office experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Member of the Bar

• Claims handling experience including cyber, professional liability errors and omissions, and/or insurance coverage defense

• Analytical skills

• Strong communication skills, oral and written

• Ability to multi-task

• Organization and time management skills

• Ability to prioritize work tasks

• Ability to work independently

• Experience collaborating across work groups

• Insurance designations such as SCLA, CPCU, AIC

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here . Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $135,000.00 to $165,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere ( to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Parsippany, AM - Schaumburg

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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