ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY

We’re focused on bringing more light into people’s lives by helping them create healthier, happier spaces to build memories and do what they love. This applies to our team, too. By celebrating our differences and embracing a positive work-life balance, we are recognized as a Yellow Ribbon company, one of Forbes Magazine’s 2021 “America’s Best Large Employers” and a “Best Employer for Diversity.” As a 2021 Energy Star Partner of the Year, Andersen is also committed to environmental health and sustainability. No matter your role, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference.

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

PURPOSE:

As a member of the Litigation & IP Team in the Legal Department, the Litigation Paralegal coordinates and oversees activities related to claims and lawsuits asserted against Andersen Corporation and its subsidiaries in coordination with the Senior Paralegal. Will evaluate claims and negotiate resolutions directly with homeowners or their counsel. Will also partner with internal teams at Andersen to gather information related to claims and keep business teams updated on the progress of litigation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage claims and lawsuits as assigned. Assignments may be based on business unit, product line or issue so that this position can gain expertise in particular areas.
• Collaborate with internal teams.
• Work with our insurers and insurance adjustors.
• Collect, analyze, and organize necessary internal and external documents and information.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, internal witnesses, and experts in alignment with Senior Paralegal and Assistant General Counsel.
• Negotiate resolutions to claims.
• Prepare claims response letters, settlement agreements, and releases.
• Prepare responses to requests from federal, state, and local agencies.
• Coordinate work with the Senior Paralegal, and the Assistant General Counsel for Litigation & IP.
• Perform other projects depending on the needs of the Legal Department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree and 2-5 years of paralegal experience or claims management experience; and/or other appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Claims management experience as a paralegal, insurance adjustor, or customer service representative is beneficial.
• Must have proficient writing and communication skills.
• Establishes good interpersonal relationships with others.
• Good organizational & coordination skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including spreadsheet, presentation, word processing, email and associated software.
• Ability to manage multiple and/or time dependent activities
• Flexibility, cooperation.
• Customer focus.

CULTURE AND BENEFITS

“Be Orange. Be You” is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible. This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most. ** It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.

Benefits include, and are not limited to:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid holidays plus PTO
• 401(k) plan & contributions
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Charity contributions
• Nationwide career opportunities

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

* 2020 Andersen brand surveys of U.S. contractors, builders & architects

** 2020 Andersen Brand Survey of U.S. homeowners

In 2023, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.