Primary Position Objective:

Under limited supervision, manages all Staff Counsel audit activities relating to the review of office files to ensure proper case handling and the review of office practices to ensure they are in accordance with established procedures, standards, and best practices.

Essential Functions:

·      Manages the Staff Counsel audit team and the audit process, to measure and ensure proper case handling, reporting, and compliance with Staff Counsel policies and procedures. Prepares reports based on the reviews completed and provides feedback to audit team members about their findings and analysis.  

·      Is an objective source of independent advice to management and effectively communicates findings and recommendations including identifying loopholes, manipulation of reporting, gaps in policy, confirming that departmental procedures are being followed as well as ways to improve the audit process.

·      Works with senior management to develop audit guidelines and communicates same departmentwide.

·      Interviews and/or Approves job applicants for employment. Drafts and administers associate performance appraisals. Initiates or approves salary adjustments, performance ratings, and other personnel changes. Counsels associates and implements corrective action, as appropriate.

·      Adheres to the GEICO Code of Conduct, company policies and operating principles.

Meets the requirements specified below.

·      Must be able, with or without accommodation, to perform the essential functions which include, but are not limited to, thinking (concentrating, focusing, assimilating information), reading, writing, listening, typing, speaking, bending, reaching, lifting, and standing for extended periods.

·      Must be able to travel to staff counsel offices across the country, if needed.

·      Must be able to use a keyboard and a mouse.

·      Must be able to access and utilize multiple pieces of office equipment that may require simultaneous use.

·      Must be able to communicate in a professional manner in person, via telephone and in written correspondence/email.

·      Must be able to document files in a clear, concise, professional written manner, to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers and other employees of the organization.

·      Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting and multi-tasking skills.

·      Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information.

·      Must demonstrate successful performance in handling trial responsibility for cases of significant severity and complexity.

Must have the following education and experience:

·      Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in applicable jurisdictions and meet and maintain licensing requirements including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements where applicable.

·      Must have a minimum of seven years of litigation experience, including insurance defense or personal injury.

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Annual Salary

$148,000.00 - $230,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

 

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

 

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location.  Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.