Director of Bodily Injury & Litigation

SeaHarbor Insurance Agency LLC-Dallas, Tx

Primarily in‑office; we value in‑person collaboration and team coaching

Job Summary

SeaHarbor Insurance is a growing non‑standard auto carrier committed to high‑quality claim outcomes and a strong, collaborative culture. We are seeking an experienced Director of Bodily Injury & Litigation to lead our auto injury and litigation operations and develop a high‑performing team.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop the Bodily Injury and Litigation teams, fostering technical excellence and a supportive, in‑person work environment.
• Oversee injury and litigated claim operations, ensuring timely contact, accurate reserving, clear documentation, and defensible outcomes.
• Participate in audits, guide settlement authority decisions, and support complex or escalated exposures.
• Ensure adjusters effectively manage defense counsel and that litigation strategies align with SeaHarbor expectations.
• Drive operational consistency by monitoring communication standards, cycle times, closing ratios, and file quality.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal Best Practices.
• Support continuous improvement, staff coaching, and operational discipline across the department.
• Oversee appropriate use of outside resources such as defense counsel, legal billing partners, investigators, or other vendors as needed.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree or Juris Doctor preferred.
• Progressive experience handling and managing auto bodily injury and litigated claims.
• Leadership experience required with a demonstrated ability to develop staff and drive results.
• Non‑standard auto experience strongly preferred.
• Technical expertise in injury evaluation, liability analysis, negotiation, and litigation oversight.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to work primarily onsite and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Professional designations such as CPCU, AIC, or SCLA preferred.
• Active Texas Adjuster License preferred (or ability to obtain shortly after hire).

Why SeaHarbor

• In‑person collaboration with engaged leaders
• Meaningful influence over injury and litigation performance
• Opportunity to build and grow a high‑performing team
• Stable, growing company in the non‑standard auto space
• Strong leadership visibility and career impact

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Free on-site fitness center access
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account (FSA) and Dependent care (FSA)
• Basic and voluntary life insurance

The above statements are intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.