Senior Counsel – Claims Operations & Regulatory

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We are currently recruiting for Senior Counsel for our Corporate Legal Department to provide strategic legal and regulatory support to CNA’s Claims organization. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted legal advisor to senior Claims leadership and provide counsel on complex regulatory, compliance, transactional and operational matters affecting Commercial P&C and Specialty claims.
The role will support Claims across a broad range of Commercial P&C and Specialty lines, and will provide counsel to key Claims functions, including Claims Shared Services, Client Services, Special Investigation Unit (SIU), and ClaimPlus, Inc., a licensed TPA.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

• Serves as a primary legal advisor to senior Claims leadership on regulatory, compliance, transactional and operational matters, developing practical solutions that advance business objectives while managing legal and regulatory risk. 
• Provides guidance on state claim handling requirements, adjuster and third-party administrator licensing, and reporting obligations (e.g. Medicare, NICB, fraud, and NPDB). 
• Manages Claims regulatory matters, including inquiries, complaints, audits, and market conduct exams and addresses incidents of non-compliance. 
• Monitors legal and regulatory developments, assesses operational impact, and develops consistent enterprise responses. 
• Supports SIU with operational matters related to fraud, surveillance, and confidentiality. 
• Advises ClaimPlus, Inc. on organizational structure and manages Claim Service Agreements and intercompany agreements.
• Negotiate complex transactions and commercial agreements, balancing business objectives and risk.
• Partners with Claims leaders on external communications and internal documentation, including marketing materials, presentations, procedures and trainings.
• Facilitates business partners learning by developing and delivering internal training.
• May supervise, train, or mentor other attorneys.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of and experience in Commercial P&C and Specialty insurance claims operations. 
• Proven ability to take a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives in order to achieve strategic business results.  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with and influence a broad spectrum of internal and external constituents.    
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to manage and resolve complex situations.
• A high proficiency in time management, leadership, influence, and project management skills. 
• A proven track record of results, achievement, collaboration, teamwork, and negotiation skills.  

Education & Experience 

• Juris Doctor and a license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction is required.   
• A minimum of nine years of relevant legal experience with a proven track record of results.
• Significant experience advising insurance claims, regulatory, compliance, complex transactions or related operational matters is preferred.
• Prior in-house experience at a major insurance carrier, broker or claims administrator supporting Commercial P&C and Specialty insurance is preferred. 

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In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.  For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.

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