Actively managing commercial claims for high severity, and complex general liability claims
Identify and assess coverage issues, draft coverage position letters, and retain coverage counsel, when necessary
Develop and implement strategy relative to coverage issues
Develop and implement timely and accurate resolution strategies
Maintain contact with any/all associated claims carrier(s)’ claims staff, business line leader, underwriter, defense counsel, program manager, and broker
Investigate claims and review the insureds' materials, pleadings, and other relevant documents
Identify and review each jurisdiction's applicable statutes, rules, and case law
Review litigation materials including depositions and expert's reports
Analyze and direct risk transfer, additional insured issues, and contractual indemnity issues
Retain counsel when necessary and direct counsel in accordance with resolution strategy
Analyze coverage, liability and damages for purposes of assessing and recommending reserves
Prepare and present written/oral reports to senior management
Travel to and from locations within the United States to attend mediations, trials, and other proceedings relevant to the resolution of the matter
Negotiate resolution of claims
Select and utilize structure brokers
Maintain a diary of all claims, post reserves in a timely fashion, and expeditiously respond to inquiries from the insured, counsel, underwriters, brokers, and senior management regarding claims
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required
Seven to ten (7-10) years of working experience with a primary and or excess carrier supporting commercial accounts for Casualty claims
Proper & active adjuster licensing in all applicable states
Hands-on experience and strong aptitude with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Exceptional communication (written and verbal), evaluating, influencing, negotiating, listening, and interpersonal skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to take part in active strategic discussions
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
Benefits
multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
a competitive 401k with generous matching
PTO beginning at 20 days per year
up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Offer
basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability