West Bend Insurance Company · 1 day ago
Senior Coverage Counsel
West Bend, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $155K/yr
10+ years expWest Bend Insurance Company is recognized as a Top Workplace and values its associates as its greatest asset. The Senior Coverage Counsel will provide expert legal counsel on complex coverage matters, guiding claims and underwriting teams while also conducting legal research and supporting policy form development.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Advise claims professionals on complex coverage questions, policy interpretation, negotiation strategies, and case evaluations
Conduct legal research and keep our teams informed about the latest developments in coverage-related case law
Support policy form drafting and updates by partnering with teams across the company—translating legal concepts into clear, practical guidance
Help shape product strategies and innovate coverage solutions for emerging risks
Mentor others, share knowledge, and lead special projects that move the business forward
Represent West Bend proudly in community and professional settings
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience writing coverage opinions, litigating coverage in declaratory judgment actions, and/or analyzing policy language in the preparation of coverage evaluations for insurers
Deep understanding of insurance operations—from product development to claims and regulatory compliance
Exceptional communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills
A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active State Bar membership
Preferred
Completion of the Program in General Insurance
Benefits
Medical & Prescription Insurance
Health Savings Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and Accidental Death & Disability
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off . Standard first year PTO is 17 days , pro-rated based on month of hire.
Bonus eligible based on performance
Company
West Bend Insurance Company
For more than 130 years, West Bend has been a trusted provider of insurance products, serving the diverse needs of business, home, and automobile owners.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Ertmer
Sr. Vice President & Chief Operating Officer
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