Ceded Reinsurance Claims Representative

Great American Insurance Company•Cincinnati, OH

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Great American Insurance Group’s Corporate Claims department is seeking a Claims Representative or Senior Claims Representative for its Reinsurance Claims department in Cincinnati, Ohio. The position is part of a team responsible for the daily handling of reinsurance claims across property, casualty, excess/umbrella, specialty lines, workers’ compensation, asbestos, and pollution coverages. The role requires a strong understanding of ceded reinsurance claims processes, effective communication, and collaboration across functions in a team-oriented environment. Employees are expected to work on-site four days per week and may work remotely one day per week. Core in-office days are Tuesday through Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs. The position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
One to three years of reinsurance claims experience.
Basic understanding of insurance policies, coverage, and claim issues for property, casualty, and specialty lines of business.
Collaborative mindset and willingness to work with people outside the immediate reporting hierarchy.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 products, particularly Excel.
Professional writing and oral communication skills.
Willingness and ability to cross-train in and understand multiple lines of business.
Ability to manage and prioritize concurrent assignments and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

Some knowledge of direct claim handling and/or reinsurance.

Responsibilities

Evaluate applicable reinsurance coverages across multiple lines of business, including property, casualty, excess/umbrella, specialty lines, workers’ compensation, asbestos, and pollution.
Maintain a claims diary for reporting, updating, and billing losses to reinsurers in accordance with reinsurance contracts.
Respond promptly to reinsurer information requests and technical claims inquiries.
Understand reinsurance structures and produce net exposure calculations.
Ensure ceded reinsurance claim cessions are recorded accurately and promptly.
Document and maintain records to support appropriate claim follow-up.
Assist the reinsurance accounting team with reinsurance collections as needed.
Facilitate reinsurer claim reviews.
Participate in reinsurance and team projects as needed.
Provide guidance and assistance to other functional areas.
Follow all applicable company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.