Assistant General Counsel - Litigation & Employment

At Zurich North America Claims, 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 Claims hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims 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, occasional circumstances requiring in-office attendance should be expected.Zurich North America has an outstanding opportunity for a talented attorney to serve as Employment and Litigation Counsel in the Corporate, Transactions and Governance Team of our prestigious Corporate Law department located out of our headquarters in Schaumburg, IL.The Litigation and Employment Counsel will offer legal guidance on various HR-related business, legal, and regulatory concerns, addressing corporate policy and compliance issues, and will be responsible for managing litigation. Specifically, the candidate will work with outside counsel to effectively manage and resolve employment-related and other litigated matters, including managing discovery, drafting / reviewing pleadings and dispositive motions, and representing the company in mediations, arbitrations, and other negotiations. In addition, the Litigation and Employment Counsel will partner with key internal stakeholders to advise on all facets of the employment life cycle, including recruitment, hiring, discipline, terminations, restructuring, outsourcing employment matters, wage / hour issues, misclassifications, investigations, mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, drafting employment-related / benefits contracts, non-competition / non-solicitation matters, and drafting employment separation agreements.This is a very fast-paced and hands-on position, requiring a high degree of self-motivation and ability to interface with various groups of business stakeholders and leaders.Qualifications Must be able to work independently and have own areas of responsibility under general supervision.Must have solid analytical skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities.Must be business-oriented, flexible, and open-minded.Must have excellent interpersonal skills.Basic Qualifications : Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Legal areaANDMember of the BarPreferred Qualifications : Demonstrable litigation experience, including managing complex discovery matters, gained through either private practice or in-house.Experience in employee benefit matters, including ERISA and executive compensation.Insurance industry experience.Knowledge of claims handling process(es).Previous in-house experience.Excellent communication skills.PC literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Lexis or Westlaw.Strong organizational and analytical skills.Excellent communication 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 proposed salary range for this position is $154,500.00 - $269,400.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time ( here ).A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?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, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers, and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal : exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. EOE disability / vetZurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.Location(s) : AM - SchaumburgRemote Working : HybridSchedule : Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered : No#J-18808-Ljbffr