Overview
Litigation Manager, Property & Casualty Jobs in Scottsdale, AZ at KW Specialty Insurance Company
EOE Statement:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Description:
We are seeking an experienced Property & Casualty (P&C) Litigation Manager to oversee our Third-Party Administrator (TPA). You will manage outside defense counsel, drive litigation strategies, and ensure TPAs adhere to strict claim-handling guidelines. Your main goal is to mitigate financial risk and optimize legal spend across commercial and personal lines.
Key Responsibilities:
TPA Oversight & Governance
- Monitor TPA compliance with corporate guidelines.
- Conduct regular file reviews and consult with TPA claims staff for reserve accuracy.
- Evaluate TPA performance using key metrics.
- Authorize settlement values above TPA authority levels.
Litigation Management
- Direct defense strategies for complex P&C claims.
- Review and approve budgets for outside counsel.
- Evaluate liability, causation, and damages exposure.
- Attend high-exposure mediations and trials virtually or in-person.
Operational Strategy
- Analyze litigation trends to reduce legal spend.
- Develop best practices for TPA data reporting.
- Collaborate with internal risk management and underwriting teams.
Position Requirements:
Qualifications & Skills
Experience
- 7+ years of P&C claims litigation experience.
- 3+ years of direct TPA management experience.
- Deep knowledge of Property lines and Contractors’ Liability.
Education & Credentials
- Juris Doctor (JD) or Bachelor’s degree with equivalent insurance experience.
- Adjuster licenses in required states preferred.
- Professional designations (CPCU, CLMP, CRIS) are a plus.
Technical & Soft Skills
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Mastery of litigation management software.
- Excellent clear communication style.
- Analytical mindset for legal spend metrics.
Salary Dependent Upon Experience
*Due to regulations included in the California Insurance Code, we are not able to consider applicants located in California currently or in the future.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 – $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Insurance : 8 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Title: Litigation Manager, Property & Casualty
Company: KW Specialty Insurance Company
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
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