Workers' Compensation Senior Counsel
Travelers Insurance Company - Overland Park, KS
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Travelers Insurance Company - Workers' Compensation Senior CounselLocation: Overland Park, KansasFor a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.Taking care of our customers, our communities, and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.Compensation OverviewThe annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.Salary Range: $124,800.00 - $205,900.00What Is the Opportunity?As a Senior Counsel with Travelers, you'll be responsible for high-quality, proactive case handling and will have the opportunity to use your legal expertise and litigation skills to independently handle a caseload of higher exposure cases and more complex litigation matters.What Will You Do?Litigate cases to verdict demonstrating strong use of trial skills.Specialize in one or more areas of practice.Demonstrate strong legal research, writing, and presentation skills.Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other legal documents.Build and foster internal and external client relationships with a customer-centric focus.Provide leadership through mentoring other attorneys and legal support staff.Provide internal and external training, seminars, and legal updates to insured clients and Claim partners.Provide in-depth, substantive analysis and quality reporting to insured clients and Claim partners consistent with best practices.Effectively utilize support staff consistent with office protocols and best practices.Adhere to all best practices in file handling.Fully utilize available technology, case management system, and automation.Travel as required to meet business needs.Initiate special projects and identify other opportunities to support office goals/business needs.Perform other duties as assigned.What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?Senior Associate/Partner level of experience.7+ years of Litigation practice or equivalent legal experience.Proven track record of trial skills and techniques.Appreciation for, and commitment to, delivery of the highest quality legal work.Demonstrates strong legal acumen and technical knowledge in the practice area(s).Proven track record of case results favorable to outside counsel.Demonstrates strong leadership through mentoring and influencing skills.Strong negotiation, research, and trial skills.Demonstrates the highest level of commitment to customer service.Sound decision-maker and problem solver.What is a Must Have?Juris Doctorate; graduate of an accredited law school.A minimum of 7 years of litigation practice or prior legal experience.Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required.Valid driver's license required depending on the location.What Is in It for You?Health Insurance: Coverage from the first day of employment for employees and their eligible family members.Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay.Paid Time Off: Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.Wellness Program: Tools, discounts, and resources to achieve wellness goals.Volunteer Encouragement: Commitment to community service with matching gift and volunteer rewards programs.Employment PracticesTravelers is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2024-10-16