<p>Tesla Insurance is seeking an experienced Claims & Coverage Counsel to join our innovative, fast-growing automobile insurance business. This position will report to the Managing Counsel and have primary responsibility for assisting the Claims Department with evaluating and resolving complex pre-litigation claims and advising on compliance and coverage issues. You will also help draft policies and forms and be a critical partner and legal resource for various compliance and risk mitigation initiatives as we continue to expand our footprint with our leading telematics-based product. Candidates must be execution-oriented, have excellent analytical skills, and be able to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.</p> <ul> <li>Draft coverage opinions, reservations of rights, and denial letters for complex claims, and assist with compliance with subpoenas, preservation demands, and SIU matters </li><li>Play a key role in negotiating resolution of claims pre-litigation, including complex, high-exposure claims and matters alleging insurance "bad faith" </li><li>Collaborate with outside counsel to ensure consistent and effective handling of litigated matters </li><li>Work across business and legal teams on claims compliance and risk management initiatives </li><li>Strategize on processes and procedures for effective, consistent handling of claims in compliance with various state laws and assist with the development and delivery of compliance training programs </li><li>Conduct legal research for internal business clients and provide clear, concise, accurate, and actionable legal advice </li><li>Keep abreast of legal trends and regulatory developments to identify the potential impact to Tesla's business </li><li>Admitted to practice law in California; admission in other states a plus </li><li>5+ years of experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department with significant experience handling insurance litigation and coverage issues </li><li>Excellent legal research & writing and communication skills </li><li>Solid case evaluation abilities, critical thinking skills, and the ability to translate legal issues into clear and simple advice </li><li>Able to learn on the job and be comfortable in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment where demands and priorities change rapidly </li><li>Must be detail-oriented with outstanding organizational skills and the proven ability to multi-task while maintaining high-quality and performance </li><li>Must be results-driven, have a strong sense of urgency, be business-minded, and able to effectively interact with, influence, and collaborate with other members of the organization </li></ul>