Labor and Employment Counsel providing legal support on employment laws at Newell Brands. Collaborating with Human Resources and overseeing legal compliance across the organization.
About the role
- Litigation & Legal Director managing complex corporate litigation and advising the Chief Legal Officer at Hastings Insurance. Overseeing Corporate Litigation team and contributing to governance and risk management initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Champion fair, strategic outcomes in complex corporate litigation
- Provide corporate litigation and legal leadership to support Hastings’ strategic plan
- Manage high-exposure litigation and serve as a key advisor to the Chief Legal Officer
- Oversee Corporate Litigation team responsible for liability assessments and case resolution
- Contribute to governance, compliance, and enterprise risk management initiatives
- Lead and mentor a team of 5–7 litigation professionals and support staff
- Manage all aspects of corporate and mass-tort litigation exceeding $1M in exposure
- Direct outside counsel to ensure equitable, cost-effective litigation outcomes
- Evaluate reserve adequacy and litigation performance metrics
- Advise leadership on emerging regulatory, judicial, and industry developments.
- Manage expenses and vendor engagements within assigned authority
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, Juris Doctor (JD), and insurance education required
- CPCU, CIC, API, or AIS designation preferred
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in claims or litigation management; management experience preferred
- Strong leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to lead through others
- Solid understanding of insurance policy forms, coverages, and reserving practices
- Proficiency with claim management systems and Microsoft Office tools
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement may be considered for qualified candidates
- Professional development opportunities
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