GEICO · 1 day ago
Senior Director, Associate General Counsel - Litigation
Chevy Chase, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$210K/yr - $350K/yr
12+ years expGEICO is one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing auto insurers, offering a rewarding career with endless possibilities. The Senior Director, Associate General Counsel – Litigation will serve as a trusted legal advisor, managing litigation matters and leading a team of attorneys to support GEICO's Claims operations and strategic initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a senior legal leader for GEICO’s Claims litigation portfolio
Manage the team handling all phases of litigation (discovery, motions, trial, appeal) and investigations; manage outside counsel, budgets, and fee negotiations
Partner with Claims leadership to help design, build, and scale a litigation support model aligned to the expansion of GEICO’s commercial claims business, including assessment talent needs, defining roles, and establishing operating structure
Partner with Claims and Product leadership to help design, implement, and refine claims processes and procedures that support the launch and scaling of new commercial insurance product lines, ensuring legal risk appropriately identified, mitigated, and operationalized
Oversee and drive continuous improvement of litigation operations, including legal intake processes, workflows, metrics, and reporting
Translate company strategy and executive leadership goals into practical, executable legal priorities, driving alignment and accountability across the litigation organization
Develop cost-effective strategies for claims related litigation, identify risks, and implement procedures for legal service delivery
Lead and support enterprise transformation initiatives, including change management and strategic communications related to claims litigation
Provide counsel to business partners on escalated disputes, integrate legal considerations into business decisions, and advise on risk
Provide proactive legal advice on complex litigation risk, discovery strategy, and evolving legal issues impacting GEICO’s business
Advise senior leadership and participate in strategic initiatives impacting GEICO’s risk profile, operational effectiveness, and long-term growth
Partner with business leaders and operations, to deliver practical, risk-based legal solutions aligned with business objectives
Lead, develop, and mentor a team of attorneys who themselves manage litigation matters, ensuring strong oversight, prioritization, and execution
Build and maintain strong relationships with outside counsel and key external partners
Maintain awareness of external legal, regulatory, and litigation trends and advise internal stakeholders on emerging risks and implications
Address regulatory enforcement actions, analyze laws, and manage compliance risks
Represent the Legal department in internal governance forums and, as appropriate, in external legal or regulatory engagements
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Current or recent experience operating at the Senior Director level or above (or equivalent), with demonstrated accountability for enterprise-level outcomes and leadership of managers
12+ years of legal experience, including significant experience in insurance-related litigation, claims, or complex commercial litigation
Demonstrated experience managing attorneys who handle litigation, with the ability to operate through layers while staying close to the work
Strong understanding of litigation risk, insurance coverage issues, and the regulatory and legal environment impacting the insurance industry
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for business partners
Proven ability to balance legal risk with business priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
Preferred
Legal experience working for a Property & Casualty insurance company
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being.
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
In office and remote opportunities, as well as our signature GEICO Flex program, offering the ability to work remotely for up to four weeks per year.
Company
GEICO
GEICO, Government Employees Insurance Company, has been providing affordable auto insurance since 1936. It is a sub-organization of Berkshire Hathaway.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown1996-01-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Todd Combs
Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
Clayton Johnson
Sr. Director of Product Management
Recent News
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