Legal Secretary, General Liability

Legal Secretary, General Liability

Zurich North America is currently hiring a Staff Legal Secretary to join our team. The Staff Legal Secretary performs a broad range of administrative and secretarial support for insurance defense attorneys, specializing in General Liability. This position combines remote work and in-office activity to accommodate the needs of our customers, the candidate, and Zurich North America.

At Zurich North America Claims 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 Claims hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing 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, in-office attendance should be expected when business needs arise. The candidate selected for this opportunity should be able to report into the following North American Claims office: Houston, TX or Dallas, TX

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Organizes and maintains all electronic and paper files relating to litigation and administrative matters.

• Providing administrative support to 2-3 attorneys such as answering the phone, scheduling, and maintaining calendars, etc.

• Responding to inquiries from and interacts with customers, clients, counsel, and witnesses.

• Drafting legal pleadings, correspondence, and other documents as directed.

• Maintaining accurate systems for assigned attorneys' cases.

• Organizing and maintaining case files and documentation, electronically.

• E-filing in local, state, and federal jurisdictions.

• Accurate recording and timely submission of all vendor invoices for payment.

• Timely processing of daily mail and faxes.

• Check Custodian responsibilities.

• Contributing to the team effort by accomplishing related results and participating on projects as needed

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 3 or more years of experience in the Legal Secretary area within the Insurance industry

OR

• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 1 or more years of experience in the Legal Secretary area within the Insurance industry

AND

• Experience drafting legal documents and correspondence

• Experience providing administrative support to one or more attorneys

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree

• Ability to effectively draft complex legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings

• Strong Microsoft Office skills

• Familiarity with litigation management software systems

• Organization and prioritization skills

• Experience with Texas jurisdiction & laws

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 hourly rates for this position is $24.18 - $33.27, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.

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 - Addison, AM - Dallas

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

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