Staff Legal Managing Attorney II

Zurich is currently looking for a Staff Legal Managing Attorney to manage our Irvine, CA office. 

 

The selected candidate will report to a Regional Managing Attorney and manage the Irvine, CA Staff Legal office which includes Liability and Workers’ Compensation defense attorneys and paralegals.  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.   While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, some in-office attendance should be expected.  The candidate selected for this opportunity must be able to report into the Irvine, CA Zurich Staff Legal Office.

 

Basic Qualifications: 

 

• Juris Doctor and 10 or more years of experience in the litigation area 
  AND 
• Member in good standing in CA 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

• 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
• 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

 

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $190,000.00 - $250,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

 

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

 

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Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer,