Managing Attorney

This role is eligible to participate in Zenith’s hybrid work schedule which provides the flexibility to work from home on select days of the week according to the in-office schedule established by regional executive leadership. Selected candidate must be able to report into the Woodland Hills, California office on a weekly basis.

 

The incumbent in this position will typically be responsible for direct management and oversight of a group of claims legal trial attorneys and support staff. The trial attorneys managed by the incumbent in this position may be internal staff attorneys or external attorneys retained by the company, or a combination of the two groups. The incumbent may also have particular expertise in subject matters and/or technical skill sets relevant to their practice areas.

 

• Responsible for the management of efficient operations in the Legal Department.
• Responsible for ensuring that legal claims are handled appropriately.
• Performs the work of a Sr. Trial Attorney, as necessary.
• Assigns calendar hearings.
• Handles Legal and Claims inquiries.
• Prepares necessary reports.
• Responsible for the training of all levels of Trial Attorneys and Hearing Representatives.
• Hires new employees; evaluates employee performance and recommends salary increases.
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Responds positively to direction and feedback on performance.
• Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

The expected salary range for this position is $198,212.68 to $220,236.31. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
• 401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education and Training Reimbursement
• Paid Leave: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave
• 10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• For more information, review details on the Benefits page of our Career Site: https://www.thezenith.com/careers/benefits/

Zenith typically posts jobs for a minimum of 8 to 14 calendar days. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. In compliance with California law, we are committed to fair hiring practices. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008), we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Additionally, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will not inquire about an applicant’s criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance accessing our career center or applying for a position due to your disability, you are entitled to request an accommodation. To make a request, please contact a Human resources representative at Zenith Insurance Company.

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