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Tokio Marine HCC – Surety Group, a member of the Tokio Marine Group of Companies, has an opportunity for Associate Bond Claims Attorney at our Santa Ana, CA branch office.
Job Summary
Determines the validity of simple to moderately complex bond claims.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze legal pleadings, documents, and applicable statutes to determine validity of bond claims.
- Communicate with agents, principals, claimants, and other attorneys both orally and in writing concerning claim status, information requests, payment/denial of claim, or related information.
- Evaluate and minimize company risk of loss; Analyze subrogation efforts.
- Prepare and send claim status correspondence to affected parties using mail, fax, or other electronic means. Maintain claim files - both physical and electronic. Update files as needed.
- Limited authority to approve and deny claims. None to limited authority to approve loss and Loss Adjuster Expenses (LAE) payments.
- Attend court hearings including mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
- Perform legal research and other miscellaneous legal matters.
Competencies
Planning
- Follow work plans, established timelines, and predefined goals for assigned work.
- Meet commitments on deadlines.
Communication
- Communicate activities and results with employees and management as appropriate.
Cost Management
- Perform work thoroughly in a cost-efficient manner and at a high productivity level.
- Business Controls and Policies
- Comply with all corporate policies and procedures.
- Report any breakdown in controls to management.
- Conduct all activities in a safe manner.
People Management
- No people management responsibility.
Position Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements
- Minimum Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) degree or a related field or the equivalent education and/or experience2 Years Relevant and progressive professional experience
- Up to two years of relevant and progressive Legal experience in insurance claims
- Possess and have ability to apply basic knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures
- Good written and verbal communication skills with an emphasis on confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy
- Good organizational and analytical skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledgeable of industry changes, legal updates, and technical developments related to
- applicable area of the Company’s business to proactively respond to changing business
- environment
- Proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office package (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word)
For candidates working in person in Santa Ana, the reasonable pay range for this specific position is $87,400 to $ 131,000. The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. The salary range is the range TMHCC, in good faith, believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future, and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the pay range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market and business considerations. The Tokio Marine HCC Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. Please visit www.tmhcc.com for more information about our companies.
Skills Required
- Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) degree or equivalent education and/or experience
- Up to two years of relevant and progressive legal experience in insurance claims
- Basic knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy
- Good organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Knowledge of industry changes, legal updates, and technical developments relevant to the company’s business
- Proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word
Tokio Marine Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical options include established carriers with PPO and HDHP choices, plus dental, vision, pharmacy, telehealth, and condition‑specific programs for comprehensive access. An employee assistance program and mental‑wellbeing resources further reinforce day‑to‑day support.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and employer‑paid life and disability coverage strengthen long‑term financial security. Careers materials and recent updates signal continued attention to retirement and protection benefits.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness incentives, fitness access, and a holistic “body, mind, wallet, life” framework expand total‑rewards value beyond insurance alone. Paid volunteer time and community programs add lifestyle‑oriented benefits aligned with purpose.
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What We Do
Tokio Marine HCC can help you or your clients be prepared for unpredictable weather patterns. Event weather insurance protects revenue losses caused by adverse weather conditions that reduce attendance and the sales of concessions, food and parking.
