Assistant General Counsel II- Workers' Compensation Defense Litigation- Field/Remote opportunity

Under the direction of the General Counsel, this position operates as workers’ compensation litigation defense counsel, representing the carrier and policyholders in the Kansas and Missouri jurisdictions.  This position will serve in an advisory capacity to the Enterprise and business units. Conducts research where necessary, examine records, conducts investigations, attends depositions, consult with witnesses, insured(s), legal assistants, and/or personnel.  Participate in negotiations on behalf of the Company including settlements.  In addition, this position will provide leadership and expertise on major company projects as necessary.

Claims Focus:  This position will provide state specific legal workers’ compensation representation for the carrier and policyholder before courts, arbitration panels and/or administrative bodies. Serve in an advisory capacity to company and employees. Prepare legal pleadings, motions, memorandums, trial briefs, etc. Conduct research where necessary, examine records, attend depositions, consult with witnesses, insured(s), legal assistants, and/or personnel. Prepare appeals and perform the necessary research. Participate in negotiations on behalf of the company including settlements. In addition, this position will provide leadership and expertise on major company projects as necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS: 

• Responsible for applying legal principles, knowledge and skills based on experience.
• Evaluates and selects appropriate legal techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment in solving legal issues.
• Drafts and/or dictates legal correspondence and memorandums and works with minimal supervision on all assigned matters. 
• Conducts legal research and offers timely legal opinions and advice upon reasonable demand.
• Provides objective assessment of risk areas.
• Works on special projects as assigned.
• Provide legal representation in court, arbitration and/or administrative agencies. May assist other attorneys with appearances.
• Give work direction to legal support professionals in the department.
• Prepare for and attend depositions.
• Prepare for and attend hearings and appeals.
• Responsible for handling complex assigned legal projects requiring originality and ingenuity. 
• Possesses a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures to the completion of difficult assignments.
• Serves in an advisory capacity, making recommendations which may have an important bearing on the conduct of the organizational business including; risk assessment, identifying possible outcomes and assessing the probability of any of those outcomes.
• Identifies risks and designs and/or implements controls to mitigate those risks.
• Research, plan, organize and conduct programs, seminars, conferences and/or presentations for clients and company personnel to educate on legal matters. 
• Actively participates in company and community events. 
• Requires high degree of independent and creative judgment.

This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position.  Other relevant essential functions may be required.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

A Juris Doctor Degree and admission to the bar (in good standing) in the state of Missouri is required. Dual licensing to include the state of Kansas is preferred.  Employee is required to maintain licensing and good status with state bar(s).  Continuous learning, as defined by the Company’s learning philosophy, is required. 

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of two (2) years of workers’ compensation litigation experience in the insurance industry is required and additional one year of legal, compliance and/or regulatory experience is preferred.  

Additional Experience Required for Assistant General Counsel II:

A minimum of four (4) years of legal experience, with two years of experience in the insurance industry preferred. 

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) REQUIRED: 

• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing insurance.
• Ability to understand complex legal issues.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; ability to interface with legal counsel and business groups at all levels of the organization.
• Effective leadership, management and advocacy skills.
• Strong problem solver; excellent project management skills; attention to detail.
• Skilled in development of policies, procedures, training methods and materials. 
• Basic to working knowledge of corporate policies and procedures. 
• Basic to working knowledge of contracting concepts and Uniform Commercial Code.
• Ability to draft and review simple contractual instruments 
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret statutes, general business and legal periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations.
• Highly developed sense of ethics and integrity.

Additional SKA Required for Assistant General Counsel II 

1. In-depth knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing the enterprise.
2. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. 
3. Illustrates sound judgment and has the ability to encourage others to use professional judgment. 
4. Ability to develop optimistic and collaborative relationships both internally and externally.
5. Possesses understanding of the business and has an appreciation of financial/analytical issues and profit and loss implications. 
6. Significant ability to influence senior corporate management. 
7. Ability to perform in complex cross-functional business environment. 
8. Must be able to develop rapport with client and to engender confidence with the client and in their own professional competence and judgment.
9. Excellent presentation, teambuilding and leadership skills. 
10. Good analytical, negotiation, organizational, presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
11. Qualified to effectively present information and respond to questions from courts, regulators, clients, customers and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position is posted as field work. Travel is required. Must be able to drive an automobile and have valid operator license. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to handle documents, books, manuals; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum education, experience, skills, knowledge and ability levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. 

​​​​Pay Range 
“Actual compensation decision relies on the consideration of internal equity, candidate’s skills and professional experience, geographic location, market and other potential factors. It is not standard practice for an offer to be at or near the top of the range, and therefore a reasonable estimate for this role is between $118,500 and $198,500.” 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Diversity is valued and we will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis.  Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.

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