Financial Lines Claims Counsel

MSIG USA

. Manage a diverse portfolio of complex Financial Lines claims from initial notice through resolution .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeChicago • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex Financial Lines claims, including coverage litigation and high-severity matters, while effectively collaborating with various stakeholders and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor (JD)Active Bar Admission7+ Years Financial Lines Claims ExperienceStrong Knowledge of D&O and EPL CoveragesExcellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Claims ManagementCoverage AnalysisStrategic Claim ResolutionSettlement NegotiationComplex Commercial LitigationSecurities Claims ManagementRegulatory InvestigationsClaim DocumentationRisk AssessmentLarge-Loss Exposure Evaluation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsNegotiation SkillsRelationship BuildingIndependent Decision-Making

Industry Keywords

Financial Lines ClaimsProfessional LiabilityFiduciary CoverageFinancial Institutions E&OClass ActionsHigh-Exposure Commercial DisputesPrimary PoliciesCarrier ExperienceBroker-Side ExperienceComplex Financial Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a diverse portfolio of complex Financial Lines claims from initial notice through resolution
Analyze coverage, liability, damages, and exposure issues; establish appropriate reserves and provide accurate claim assessments
Draft coverage position letters, reservation of rights letters, and other claim-related communications
Evaluate and manage high-severity matters, including securities litigation, class actions, regulatory investigations, and complex commercial disputes
Develop and execute strategic claim resolution plans, including settlement negotiations within delegated authority
Escalate matters requiring higher-level approval
Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation strategy while controlling legal spend
Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, legal, and senior leadership on emerging risks, claim trends, and portfolio performance
Build and maintain relationships with insureds, brokers, defense counsel, and business partners
Prepare claim summaries, authority requests, and management reports
Maintain accurate claim documentation and file records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
Contribute to the continued growth and development of the Financial Lines claims operation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing
7+ years of experience handling Financial Lines claims, coverage litigation, or complex commercial litigation
Strong knowledge of D&O, Financial Institutions E&O, EPL, Fiduciary, and Fidelity coverages
Experience evaluating complex coverage issues and large-loss exposures
Carrier or broker-side Financial Lines claims experience preferred
Experience handling claims involving financial institutions, private equity firms, investment managers, or other complex financial organizations preferred
Background managing securities claims, class actions, regulatory matters, and high-exposure commercial disputes preferred
Experience working with primary policies preferred
Professional liability and financial institution claim expertise preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to independently manage a sophisticated caseload and make sound claim decisions
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with a generous employer match and profit-sharing contribution
Wellness incentive program
Life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
Flexible spending programs
Short-term and long-term disability plans
Paid time off program
Paid charitable leave
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Personal insurance (auto/homeowners) discounts