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Litigation Manager - General Liability

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To manage the inventory of litigated claims to include high profile cases, claims settlements and claims going to trial; to oversee defense counsel work product to supervise hearing representatives and special investigative unit; to develop and maintain good relationships with defense counsel; to act as primary liaison between client's in-house counsel, outside defense counsel and claims unit; and to develop and conduct litigation training for claims staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitors case assignments and inventory levels.Develops and maintains relationships with defense counsel.Manages complex or high exposure cases; handles a caseload on a limited basis as needed; and handles special projects as assigned by the client.Acts as primary liaison between outside defense counsel, client's in-house counsel and claims unit.Develops and conducts litigation training for claims staff.Manages Special Investigative Unit and Hearing Representatives.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.Supports the organization's quality program(s).Travels as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience
Eight (8) years of related technical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years supervisory experience.

Skills & Knowledge

Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skillsPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsLeadership/management/motivational skillsAnalytical and interpretive skillsStrong organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsExcellent negotiation skillsAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.