Assistant Vice President, Casualty Claims

Berkley • Urbandale, IA

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About The Position

The Assistant Vice President, Casualty Claims provides strategic leadership and oversight for Berkley Agribusiness’s commercial Agribusiness Casualty Claims organization, including general liability, auto liability, and auto physical damage claims. The role is responsible for claims operations, severity and litigation management, quality assurance, compliance, and talent development. The AVP partners with claims leadership, underwriting, and product management to drive effective claims outcomes, support product development, mitigate risk, and align claims activities with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive commercial property and casualty claims experience, including complex casualty and litigation management.
• Proven leadership experience with a strong ability to develop, mentor, and retain talent.
• Advanced knowledge of claims operations, coverage analysis, litigation management, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Casualty Claims function, establishing and executing strategies that support organizational goals.
• Oversee complex, high-severity, and litigated casualty claims, providing direction on coverage, liability, reserving, settlement, and defense strategies.
• Manage litigation activities, including oversight of defense counsel, legal strategy, and claim resolution efforts.
• Monitor claims performance, quality, and operational metrics, driving continuous improvement and accountability across the team.
• Provide technical expertise and collaborate with underwriting and product management on coverage language, policy development, and risk management initiatives.
• Lead talent acquisition, coaching, development, and performance management for claims staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and reinsurance reporting obligations.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to enhance profitability, improve customer outcomes, and support strategic business initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior