The Senior Litigation Policy Counsel will lead Chubb’s efforts with respect to legal system reform initiatives. This position will work closely with internal stakeholders, including the Executive Management team, General Counsel, Litigation team, Claims, various business units, and Government Affairs. The group will align to identify priority issues and develop policy solutions and strategies to address them. Externally, counsel will represent Chubb with civil justice organizations, industry trade associations, other insurance carriers, clients, and the broader business community. The successful candidate will build coalitions and coordinate efforts to advance public policy improvements, including legislative reforms, as well court rule changes, and other related initiatives. Focus areas may include addressing excessive damages, curbing frivolous lawsuits, and improving transparency in litigation.
This position reports to the co-head of Global Government Affairs and will work in conjunction with the regionally deployed government affairs team to implement these strategies.
Major Responsibilities:
Advancing Legal System Reforms:
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify priorities, develop solutions and implement strategies for legal system improvements to address ongoing challenges and improve the tort environment.
Building Coalitions with External Stakeholders:
Develop partnerships with external stakeholders, and work collaboratively to align interests, pool resources, and coordinate advocacy efforts for public policy improvements.
Industry Engagement:
Work with Chubb Business leaders in efforts to broaden the playing field and encourage support for reforms by engaging with other carriers, clients, agents, and brokers.
Strategic Coordination:
Work to identify shared objectives, implement unified strategies, and ensure efficient use of resources to achieve goals. Coordinate efforts across multiple states and jurisdictions to maximize impact.
Measuring Progress:
Provide actionable plans and resources to influence legal system improvements, including financial and political support for reform initiatives. Establish criteria to track and measure the impact of efforts.
This role offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful legal system improvements that benefit businesses, consumers, and the broader economy.
15+ years of experience with litigation/tort reform public policy initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree and JD required.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a matrix environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
Proven track record in legislative advocacy, including developing and executing strategies to influence legislative or regulatory outcomes at the federal, state, or local level.
Demonstrated ability to build and lead coalitions with diverse stakeholders, including businesses, trade associations, and advocacy groups.
A results-oriented mindset with a commitment to driving measurable progress in legal system improvement initiatives.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The pay range for the role is $230,000-$310,000. The specific offer will depend on an applicant’s skills and other factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Chubb offers a comprehensive benefits package, more details on which can be found on our careers website. The disclosed pay range estimate may be adjusted for the applicable geographic differential for the location in which the position is filled.