Sr. Litigation Specialist -Remote

Sr. Litigation Specialist - Remote

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the leading personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the United States. Here, every employee shapes our mission. We build innovative, human-centered solutions that help AAA members prevent, prepare for, and recover from life's uncertainties. You will join a collaborative, inclusive culture where your strengths have room to grow and your ideas can drive real impact.

Step into a role where you can contribute to our shared success through meaningful work.

We are actively hiring for a Sr. Litigation Adjuster
- Remote

• Completes analysis of claim, which includes examining facts of the loss and other applicable factors. Creates discovery plan, including depositions, retention of experts, Independent Medical Exams (IMEs) and accident reconstruction for 1st and 3rd party claims from a minor to extremely complex nature.
• Interacts directly with defense counsel providing direction, authority for resolution (i.e., settle or go to trial) and ensures appropriate outcome in balancing defense costs and indemnity
• Conducts comprehensive review of liability, damages, coverage and risk to assess for individual independent settlement authority up to $50,000.
• Collaborates with defense counsel to identify strategy for negotiations and provides input as the face of the organization via phone or in-person mediations and settlement conferences.
• Authorizes, approves and monitors budget for outside counsel, and utilizes bill review software to analyze defense expenses.
• Prepares and presents recommendations for litigated cases for review with local and executive management to the IELT level.
• Secures authority up to the highest levels for resolution.

• A total of 6-7 years of claims experience with a minimum of 2-4 years Senior Casualty role experience or equivalent complex casualty/litigation experience
• 1 year of Litigation experience
• Proficiency or ability to obtain proficiency in the handling of minor, moderate and complex litigated claims
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Proficient in ability to work independently.
• Strong decision-making ability
• Extensive understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements and ability to develop proficiency in standards of civil procedure
• Ability to travel and to work extended hours and/or weekends
• Proficient oral and written communication skills and ability to organize and present complex facts to executive management
• Strong math skills, basic computer skills and ability to type at least 30 wpm
• HS/GED or a minimum of 3 years of experience in casualty claims role within P&C insurance industry

What would make us excited about you?

• Bilingual a plus
• Shows respect for differences through excellent communication skills with people from an array of backgrounds.
• BA/BS in business, insurance or related area, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., supporting employee resource groups, mentoring employees, volunteering, joining cross-functional projects)
• Champions our cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters: helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.)
• Demonstrates a company ownership mindset, thinking beyond boundaries of their own area
• Travels as needed for role, including divisional / team meetings and other in-person meetings
• Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc

Please note we are hiring for this role remote anywhere in the United States with the following exceptions:
Hawaii and Alaska.