Job Description

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.

Our Staff Counsel team is currently seeking a Regional Managing Attorney Staff Counsel to oversee our California workers’ compensation law practice. This position is based in the Glendale, California law office and is hybrid.

Leads the West Coast Workers’ Compensation law practice within the Staff Counsel organization, serving as the primary liaison to Claims and line-of-business leadership. This role is responsible for driving execution of California-specific workers’ compensation strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal representation, and leading a team of attorneys and support staff (approximately 10–15 employees). The role also provides cross-functional leadership support across regions and lines of business as needed.

In this role you will:
• Lead and manage a team of attorneys and staff, including performance management, coaching, and talent development.
• Partner closely with Claims leadership to align legal strategies with business objectives and deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.
• Execute and operationalize line-of-business initiatives within the Workers’ Compensation practice.
• Monitor and drive performance across assigned teams, offices, and regions using defined metrics and data insights.
• Conduct litigation reviews and audits to ensure adherence to best practices and identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide subject matter expertise in California workers’ compensation law, including mentoring attorneys and advising on complex matters.
• Communicate business goals clearly and ensure alignment across attorneys, managers, and Claims partners.
• Step in to support other managerial roles or lines of business as needed to ensure operational continuity.
• Identify legal and industry trends and proactively adjust strategies to mitigate risk and improve outcomes.

What you need to apply:
• Active California Bar admission required.
• Significant experience in California workers’ compensation law, including insurance
• defense and trial experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing attorneys and/or legal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with Claims partners and senior business leaders.
• Experience evaluating legal work product, conducting audits, and improving performance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use metrics and data to drive decision-making and results.
• Ability to lead change, set clear expectations, and hold teams accountable for performance.
• Ability to be physically present in Glendale, California office for hybrid schedule.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience overseeing multi-office or regional legal operations, including remote and/or hybrid employees.
• Strong understanding of insurance industry practices and claims operations.
• Demonstrated success in talent recruitment, development, and retention.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, Legal Files, Adobe Acrobat, court systems, and legal/claims systems.

Additional Requirements:
• Ability to travel as needed, such as to court, mediation, arbitration, trial, depositions, site visits/inspections, and company meetings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Flexibility to support extended hours when necessary.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:
It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:
We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
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EEO statement:
The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at:HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Compensation:
The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.