Legal Litigation Supervisor


Tower Hill Insurance Group has an exciting opportunity for a talented, experienced Legal Litigation Supervisor. A candidate who enjoys intellectual challenge and seeks a rewarding career with a company that is experiencing growth. Not only is Tower Hill Insurance one of Florida's most trusted names in homeowners insurance, but it offers great opportunities for career advancement and personal growth, along with very competitive benefits and rewards. We are growing at a consistent pace and seek professional individuals with drive, team mentality, who want to make an impact, and are committed to a long-term career in the insurance industry.

As the Legal Litigation Supervisor, you will report to the AVP/Litigation Management Counsel. You will need to demonstrate exceptional knowledge and expertise in all phases of third party commercial and personal lines litigation, trial, and insurance policy interpretation as part of the legal team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Includes the following:

  • Support and provide opinions and expertise, to Management, in third party litigation.
  • Evaluate coverage for commercial and residential liability claims and prepare third party coverage disclaimer letters as warranted.
  • Handle a variety of complex legal matters, projects and claims.
  • Manage third party litigation adjusters including monitoring their assigned claims.
  • Manage and direct claims lawsuits handled by outside counsel.
  • Review/resolve attorney billing issues.
  • Oversee the timely disposition of claims.
  • Provide counsel to various departments.
  • Interpret property and liability insurance policies.
  • Respond to or coordinate responses to subpoenas and governmental information requests regarding claims and litigation.
  • Must have extensive supervisory experience
  • Position requires some travel therefore a valid Driver’s License is required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS REQUIRED:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Juris Doctorate degree and member of the Florida Bar preferred; alternatively, commensurate education including 1-5 years major law firm or corporate in-house experience; CPCU designation. Must hold a current Florida claims adjuster’s license if not an attorney. Ability to work successfully in a team environment. Excellent analytic, writing, editing, and oral advocacy skills. Ability to work with attorneys and other professionals. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Advanced ability to write claim correspondence, reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. In depth knowledge of legal terminology, procedures and practices. Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • Prefer a Juris Doctorate; Member of the Florida Bar preferred. State of Florida Insurance Adjuster’s license if no JD.

TOWER HILL’S TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE INCLUDES:

  • Competitive starting salary Annual merit reviews and bonus potential Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts Matching 401(k) Plan Paid PTO and holidays Business casual dress, and more


 


OUR COMPANY


No matter the square footage, your home is your castle. At Tower Hill we’re in the business of protecting castles. We provide the insurance protection you need and the peace of mind you want.

Founded more than 40 years ago, today Tower Hill is Florida’s largest homeowners insurer. Our company is financially strong and solid. We’ve weathered every storm and natural disaster in the state since 1972, and helped our customers rebuild after each one.

Like you, we love Florida. We enjoy the sun when it’s shining, appreciate mild winters, watch out for lightning, and build hurricane kits every summer. And like you, our homes are our castles. Sometimes the unexpected happens — or even the unthinkable — and we understand what that feels like, too. That’s why our 400 employees are committed to being there when you need us all year long, not just during storm season.

Your home is where you and your family should feel safe and protected. You can be confident that if the unthinkable happens, Tower Hill will be there to help you rebuild. When your home truly feels like your castle again to you, we know we’ve succeeded as your insurance company. Although we have grown in size over the last four decades, we remain committed to the promises we made when our company was founded.