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Due to GEICO’s continued growth and transformation, we have an exciting senior-level opportunity to join our Legal organization within the Litigation function. As Senior Director, Associate General Counsel – Litigation, you will report directly to the Head of Litigation and serve as a trusted legal and strategic advisor to the business. This role is designed for a hands-on senior leader who can hit the ground running—someone who is equally effective operating at the executive level while leading and empowering teams below them. You will be responsible for translating enterprise and executive leadership priorities into clear, actionable objectives across the litigation organization and ensuring consistent execution. In this highly visible role, you will provide senior-level legal counsel across litigation matters related to both our Auto and Commercial claims while leading and developing a team of attorneys. You will partner closely with Claims executives to manage legal, financial, and reputational risk, drive operational excellence, and support transformation initiatives. This role has regular interaction with GEICO’s senior leadership team and plays a critical role in navigating complex legal challenges while enabling business growth.
Job Responsibility:
Serve as a senior legal leader for GEICO’s Claims litigation portfolio
Manage the team handling all phases of litigation (discovery, motions, trial, appeal) and investigations
manage outside counsel, budgets, and fee negotiations
Partner with Claims leadership to help design, build, and scale a litigation support model aligned to the expansion of GEICO’s commercial claims business
Partner with Claims and Product leadership to help design, implement, and refine claims processes and procedures that support the launch and scaling of new commercial insurance product lines
Oversee and drive continuous improvement of litigation operations, including legal intake processes, workflows, metrics, and reporting
Translate company strategy and executive leadership goals into practical, executable legal priorities
Develop cost-effective strategies for claims related litigation, identify risks, and implement procedures for legal service delivery
Lead and support enterprise transformation initiatives
Provide counsel to business partners on escalated disputes, integrate legal considerations into business decisions, and advise on risk
Provide proactive legal advice on complex litigation risk, discovery strategy, and evolving legal issues
Advise senior leadership and participate in strategic initiatives
Partner with business leaders and operations, to deliver practical, risk-based legal solutions
Lead, develop, and mentor a team of attorneys
Build and maintain strong relationships with outside counsel and key external partners
Maintain awareness of external legal, regulatory, and litigation trends and advise internal stakeholders
Address regulatory enforcement actions, analyze laws, and manage compliance risks
Represent the Legal department in internal governance forums and, as appropriate, in external legal or regulatory engagements
Requirements:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Current or recent experience operating at the Senior Director level or above (or equivalent), with demonstrated accountability for enterprise-level outcomes and leadership of managers
12+ years of legal experience, including significant experience in insurance-related litigation, claims, or complex commercial litigation
Legal experience working for a Property & Casualty insurance company preferred
Demonstrated experience managing attorneys who handle litigation, with the ability to operate through layers while staying close to the work
Strong understanding of litigation risk, insurance coverage issues, and the regulatory and legal environment impacting the insurance industry
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance for business partners
Proven ability to balance legal risk with business priorities in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
What we offer:
Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation
a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match
performance and recognition-based incentives
and tuition assistance
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance
In office and remote opportunities, as well as our signature GEICO Flex program, offering the ability to work remotely for up to four weeks per year