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Uber

High Exposure, Senior Counsel, Auto Liability

Chicago, IL

Insurance for drivers and riders is a critical part of our business, and we are constantly innovating in this area. The Uber Legal Team is currently searching for a Safety & Insurance Litigation - High Exposure, Senior Counsel, Auto Liability, with expertise in the insurance defense industry and experience managing robust insurance defense litigation. This position is open in the Chicago office.
What You Will Do
• Manage a portfolio of high exposure claims and litigation (auto liability) for Uber.
• Analyze claims/cases to effectively participate in decisions related to resolution strategy and innovating legal precedent.
• Assist in the management of outside counsel with a focus on matters of high-severity.
• Work across our business and legal teams on risk management initiatives.

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• Support new insurance initiatives and work closely with the insurance legal team on insurance for Uber and its entities around the world.
Required Qualifications
• A minimum of 8 years of insurance company or law firm experience litigating auto liability claims/cases, with specific experience handling high-severity matters.
• Membership and in good standing with a state bar required, IL or TX preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In-house experience is strongly preferred, with the know-how to manage a case through pleadings, motion practice, discovery, dispute resolution and trial (both state and federal).
• Solid case evaluation abilities, critical thinking skills and the capacity to oversee a large portfolio of high-severity matters.
• First chair mediation and trial experience.
• Extensive deposition experience, including presenting both lay and expert witnesses.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent business judgment, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiasm about Uber!

Uber is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Offices continue to be central to collaboration and Uber's cultural identity. Unless formally approved to work fully remotely, Uber expects employees to spend at least half of their work time in their assigned office. For certain roles, such as those based at green-light hubs, employees are expected to be in-office for 100% of their time. Please speak with your recruiter to better understand in-office expectations for this role.

For Chicago, IL-based roles: The base salary range for this role is $204,000 per year - $226,500 per year.
You will be eligible to participate in Uber's bonus program, and may be offered an equity award & other types of comp. You will also be eligible for various benefits. More details can be found at the following link https://www.uber.com/careers/benefits.

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: Uber-120751
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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