Claims Counsel
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Munich
Region:Bayern
Sector:Legal & Compliance, Compliance
Client Company Type:In-House
Job ref:8559
Post Date:May 12, 2026
Meet Our Recruiter
Thomas Seacombe
Principal Consultant - Legal
About the Role
Claims Counsel
Location: Munich
Our client is seeking a Claims Counsel to support its legal and claims function in Munich. This role offers exposure to cross-border claims handling, traffic law and international legal coordination within a fast-paced international environment.
Location: Munich
Our client is seeking a Claims Counsel to support its legal and claims function in Munich. This role offers exposure to cross-border claims handling, traffic law and international legal coordination within a fast-paced international environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise internal teams on the enforcement of claims related to vehicle damages and liability matters.
- Support the defence against unjustified third-party claims.
- Coordinate international claims handling with legal teams across multiple jurisdictions.
- Manage relationships with external law firms and collection agencies.
- Analyse and improve claims handling and legal enforcement processes.
- Support the development of legally compliant and efficient claims strategies.
Your Profile:
- Fully qualified lawyer with relevant professional experience in traffic, insurance or claims law.
- Experience within motor vehicle claims settlement and dispute resolution.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Analytical and solution-oriented mindset.
- Structured and commercially focused working style.
- Fluent German and English language skills; additional languages would be advantageous.
What’s on Offer?
- International and dynamic working environment.
- Broad exposure to cross-border legal matters.
- Collaborative and modern company culture.
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and strategic initiatives.
- Long-term career and development opportunities.