Associate Counsel

Associate Counsel, Claim Legal PropertyThe Associate Counsel, Claim Legal Property role is responsible for providing a range of cost-effective, high quality legal services to Travelers concerning first party property insurance claims. This coverage-focused Associate Counsel position works under the supervision of senior lawyers on a wide variety of claim and coverage matters under homeowners, commercial property, ocean marine, inland marine, equipment breakdown, builders risk, boat/yacht, fidelity, and other insurance policies.The responsibilities include:Providing counsel on legal issues to the Property Claim organization.Partnering with clients and outside counsel to manage litigation against Travelers arising out of property insurance claims (and other lines of business, as needed).Collaborating with clients and management regarding matters of significance to the legal community.Researching legal principles and precedent.Proactively identifying and communicating risk to internal and/or external customers and providing recommendations on how to mitigate that risk.Drafting, negotiating and executing legal documents.Maintaining awareness of external judicial climate and legal developments.Working on building strong internal and external client relationships.Making effective use of technology and automation in the practice of law.This role acts as an individual contributor.Performing other duties as assigned.The ideal candidate will have:2-3 years of prior legal experience in insurance law with a focus on insurance coverage.2-3 years of litigation experience.Prior experience working in an insurance claims capacity is welcome as well.A must have:Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school.Active license (in good standing) to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required.Benefits include:Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.