Litigation Specialist Job at Erie Insurance Group, Albany, NY

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  • Erie Insurance Group
  • Albany, NY

Job Description

*This range represents a national range and the actual salary will depend on several factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the skills, education, training, credentials, location, and experience of an applicant, as well as level of role for which the successful candidate is hired. Position may be eligible for an annual bonus payment.

At Erie Insurance, you're not just part of a Fortune 500 company; you're also a valued member of a diverse and inclusive team that includes more than 6,000 employees and over 13,000 independent agencies. Our Employees work in the Home Office complex located in Erie, PA, and in our Field Offices that span 12 states and the District of Columbia.

Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics

We strive to be Above all in Service® to our customers—and to our employees. That's why Erie Insurance offers you an exceptional benefits package, including:

  • Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
  • Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees' monthly premium costs.
  • Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
  • 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
  • Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
  • Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.

Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

Position Summary

Exercises independent discretion and judgment in handling or directing litigated claims.

*Interviews for this opening will take place in the new year, Thank you for your application.

  • The ideal candidate will work remotely within a reasonable driving distance to the Capital region and Downstate NY area.
  • This is a remote/ work from home position and equipment will be provided

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conducts investigations, evaluates and makes recommendations regarding coverage, liability, and resolution strategies.
  • Selects, engages, and collaborates with defense counsel in the handling of lawsuits.
  • Manages litigation expenses and ensures that defense counsel adheres to ERIE's billing guidelines.
  • Complies with and directs defense counsels' utilization of Outside Counsel Guidelines.
  • Trains and mentors.
  • Documents claim files.


The first four duties listed are the functions identified as essential to the job. Essential functions are those job duties that must be performed in order for the job to be accomplished.


This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instruction and to perform any other duties as requested by their supervisor, or as become evident.

Duties and Responsibilities (cont'd if applicable)

Capabilities
  • Job-Specific Knowledge
  • Values Diversity
  • Nimble Learning
  • Self-Development
  • Collaborates
  • Customer Focus
  • Cultivates Innovation
  • Instills Trust
  • Optimizes Work Processes
  • Decision Quality
  • Ensures Accountability

Qualifications

Minimum Educational and Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and six years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, or equivalent, required, or;
  • Associate degree or paralegal certification and eight years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, required; or
  • High school diploma or GED and ten years of experience handling litigation claims or legal experience, required.

Additional Experience

  • Strong knowledge of claims handling required.
  • Strong knowledge of tort law and insurance coverage required.


Designations and/or Licenses

  • Associate in Claims (AIC) or Senior Claim's Law Associate (SCLA) designation preferred.
  • Appropriate license as required by state.
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record required.

Physical Requirements
  • Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Occasional (<20%)
  • Lifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Occasional (<20%)
  • Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Occasional (<20%)
  • Driving; Often (20-50%)
  • Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional (<20%)
  • Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Often (20-50%)
  • Climbing/accessing heights; Rarely
Nearest Major Market: Albany

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, New year, Remote job, Home office,

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