Staff Legal Managing Attorney

Zurich NA • Chicago, IL • 1h ago

131873

Zurich is currently looking for a Managing Attorney to manage our Chicago Illinois Staff Legal office.

The selected candidate will report to a Regional Managing Attorney and manage attorneys in Chicago who handle Liability and Workers Compensation matters on behalf of Zurich's insureds. The Managing Attorney will not have their own caseload but will lead the Attorneys on the team who are responsible for representing the commercial insureds of our prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier by preparing and trying moderate to high exposure cases from a challenging and varied caseload.

This position will be filled by an experienced attorney who must be able to provide coaching and feedback on the most complex matters and highest exposures in the office.

At Zurich North America 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 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. The position is a hybrid position which will include 3 days/week in the offices and the remaining 2 days/week working remotely.

Basic Qualifications:

Juris Doctor and 10 or more years of experience in the litigation area that includes significant first chair jury trial experience.AND

Member in good standing with the Illinois State Bar

Experience working with Lexis

Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment

Knowledge of law and procedure

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior management experience including demonstrated leadership courage

Familiarity with the defense of personal injury and worker's compensation claims arising from general liability, auto, and construction

Extensive knowledge of the law and procedure

Strong litigation experience and capabilities including the ability to develop and mentor others on trial advocacy

Strong change management and communication skills

Strategic, forward-focused mindset

Embraces simplification and innovative opportunities with an emphasis on continuous improvement

Ability to effectively collaborate, build consensus and influence outcomes

Ability to manage a staff of attorneys and paralegals working in a hybrid model in the office

Experience working in a team-based environment

Ability to multi-task and adapt to a changing environment

Agility to navigate ambiguity

Effective problem solving and analytical skills

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us.The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $180,000.00 - $220,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here .]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment-so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - Chicago

Remote Working: Hybrid

Schedule: Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered: No

Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-KO1 #LI-DIRECTOR #LI-HYBRID

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