Assistant Vice President, Commercial Casualty Claims

The Jonus Group•Philadelphia, PA

15d•$165,000 - $185,000

About The Position

Seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Commercial Casualty Claims to lead and oversee the strategic and operational management of general liability claims, including complex bodily injury, property damage, premises liability, and litigation matters. This leadership role is ideal for someone with deep technical knowledge, a strong leadership background, and a track record of driving results in a claims environment.

Requirements

10+ years of general liability claims experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or executive role
Proven expertise in handling high-severity general liability claims, including premises liability, bodily injury, and litigated matters
Experience managing multi-jurisdictional claims and working with TPAs or internal claim teams
Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Juris Doctor (JD) required

Responsibilities

Provide executive-level oversight of general liability claims operations, ensuring timely, accurate, and cost-effective resolution of claims
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of examiners, supervisors, and managers
Implement and monitor best practices for claims handling, litigation management, and customer service
Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure departmental goals are met or exceeded
Oversee complex and high-exposure claims, including large loss reviews and settlement strategies
Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, legal, and senior leadership to align claims strategy with corporate objectives
Ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements
Participate in audits, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives