Assistant VP – Claims Litigation

Encova Insurance

. Lead and support litigation strategy and outcomes across Encova's Property & Casualty business .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in litigation management within the Property & Casualty insurance sector, focusing on strategic direction, performance improvement, and effective claims handling. Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and foster collaboration while ensuring compliance with legal standards and enhancing customer experience.

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Litigation ManagementP&C Insurance ExpertiseClaims Handling PracticesAnalytical SkillsLeadership and Talent Development

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Hard Skills

Litigation StrategyCoverage AnalysisLiability AnalysisMediation and ArbitrationLarge Loss ManagementContractual Risk TransferCivil Procedure KnowledgeInsurance Coverage ExpertisePerformance MonitoringCost-Containment Strategies

Soft Skills

Superior Communication SkillsConflict ResolutionDecision-MakingCoaching and MentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Management Information SystemsAnalytics Tools

Industry Keywords

Property & Casualty InsuranceWorker's CompensationCommercial Lines ProductsGeneral Insurance LawTort Law

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support litigation strategy and outcomes across Encova's Property & Casualty business
Provide direction and technical guidance through management involvement and frequent file review
Drive resolution-focused behaviors and proactive management of litigated claims
Ensure sound litigation management practices that protect policyholders, improve customer experience, and minimize litigation exposure
Develop and execute cost-containment strategies, including law-firm relationship management, performance monitoring, assessment, and legal bill review
Develop key performance indicators to measure operational effectiveness, claim outcomes, and expense management
Analyze Litigation Services results and recommend strategies or action plans to improve performance, policy, procedure, efficiency, and service
Reinforce Litigation Services and Claims missions, strategies, and business objectives
Promote collaboration with outside counsel to deliver desired stakeholder outcomes
Use reporting, management information, and analytics to identify trends, exposures, and intervention opportunities
Ensure large-loss governance and notify Business and Reinsurance partners of reportable litigation matters
Review and approve settlement, payment, and reserving authority requests
Assess new litigation matters and assign them to appropriately skilled team members
Ensure timely and appropriate reserving practices throughout litigation
Build enterprise relationships and align Litigation Services objectives with broader business objectives
Provide legal insight, guidance, and support to Claims and other company departments
Attract, retain, and develop talent through training, career pathing, succession planning, staffing, engagement, and performance management
Build a culture of innovation, diversity of thought, collaboration, and accountability
Participate in or facilitate roundtables and authority board reviews on resolution, reserving, coverage, liability, and damages
Lead or participate in Litigation Services projects
Assume VP Claim Litigation duties during the VP's absence
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience as a practicing attorney and/or experience in P&C or Worker's Compensation insurance litigation management required
P&C/Worker's Compensation insurance industry leadership experience strongly preferred
Significant knowledge of Worker's Compensation and/or P&C coverages, liability, and exposures including commercial and personal auto, construction (worksite accident and defect), general liability (premises, completed operations, products), first-party property, first-party auto, and bad faith
Thorough knowledge and understanding of contractual risk transfer, tort law, civil procedure, insurance coverage, general insurance law, and commercial lines products
Skilled in coverage, liability/damages analysis, and litigation strategy, with expert litigation management skills
Experience with large loss management
Experience with mediation, arbitration, and settlement negotiations
Technical expertise to evaluate severe and complex claims
Effective claims handling practices
Superior written and verbal communication skills with the ability to persuade, influence and achieve buy-in
Superior interpersonal, customer service, and conflict resolution skills
Strong decision-making and analytical skills
Ability to coach, mentor, develop talent, deliver performance assessments, and employ performance management
Ability to leverage analytics and management information to identify trends and develop strategic action
Ability to lead, inspire, motivate, drive performance, foster collaboration, build trust, and facilitate relationships
Personal accountability for results and commitment to continuous improvement
Must reside and work within one of Encova's eligible U.S. payroll states: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company-provided life and income protection plans
Eligibility to participate in a company incentive bonus program
401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match up to 7% on annual salary
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
Flexible Work Arrangements - Hybrid and remote depending on the role
Competitive compensation package