Construction Risk & Insurance Counsel

Come join our team!
There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen.
Headquartered in New York City and founded in 2007, our company has over 4,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees.
Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team!
JOB OVERVIEW:
This team is based in-office in Birmingham, AL and has been voted a Best Place to Work! The team works hard & plays hard; their teamwork & culture is a huge part of their success. Their specialty is supporting clients in the commercial construction, infrastructure, & oil & gas industries. This is an exciting opportunity to join a driven, energetic, fun team!
Summary:
EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants is seeking an attorney with experience in contracts, insurance, and litigation to serve as a Senior Client Executive on our team of Property & Casualty brokers in Birmingham, Alabama. This is an excellent opportunity for a career-minded individual who desires to make a meaningful contribution to our organization, and most importantly, to our clients. Our firm’s remarkably high retention rate means that your expertise and interpersonal skills will be recognized and appreciated by our team and our clients.
Position Overview:
In your role as Senior Client Executive, you will use your legal background to assist our specialty construction contractor clients with contractual risk management, claims administration, coverage advocacy, and P&C insurance program design and stewardship. As a member of our Birmingham-based Specialty Construction Practice leadership team, you will serve as an expert resource to internal EPIC team and clients on complex service issues, coverage concerns, and program design.
LOCATION: HYBRID - Role will be fully in-office during training & onboarding, then can work 2 days per week from home / 3 days in our Birmingham, AL office.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
A detailed list of job duties includes (but is not limited to):
Contractual Risk Analysis
Review and analyze construction-related client contracts to identify contractual risk exposures and provide practical advice to clients/prospective clients regarding the impact of insurance coverage on contractual risk and vice-versa
Provide clients with contractual risk-management guidance, strategies, and training
Engage with clients and their in-house/outside counsel, clients’ customers, and other relevant stakeholders as necessary to negotiate and finalize contractual risk and insurance provisions
Provide guidance to teammates regarding insurance policy interpretation, contractual insurance requirements, and various complex insurance and risk management issues
Claims Management
Engage in complex claims management as needed, particularly with claims involving contractual indemnity, significant property damage, and severe personal injuries
Zealously advocate for insurance coverage for clients in the face of coverage denials from carriers
Client Development and Retention
Review prospective client insurance programs, contracts, and other relevant information, and identify coverage gaps and/or contractual exposures in preparation for capabilities presentations to prospective clients
Assist in the solicitation of new business, including participating in capabilities presentations, RFP responses, and other business development activities in-person and via videoconferencing
Engage regularly with current clients in scheduled EPIC Risk Management Reviews to discuss new exposures, market conditions, significant activities and services performed for clients, open claims status, loss history, etc.
Additional Duties & Responsibilities
Maintain all required law/insurance licenses and current knowledge of insurance contracts and industry trends
Attend seminars, workshops, continuing education, and training programs, as necessary and appropriate
Draft articles, blog posts, and other commentary regarding insurance and legal topics of interest to construction contractors
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
Education, Experience, Licenses/Certifications:
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