Claims Examiner, Executive Liability

Markel•Alpharetta, GA

3d•$62,400 - $107,250

About The Position

The Claims Examiner is responsible for resolving claims of average complexity and low-to-mid exposure. The role investigates, evaluates, negotiates, and settles assigned claims by collecting and analyzing information according to policy applications and contract provisions. The examiner makes decisions within their authority and works under the general direction of their manager. The position handles excess claims involving Directors & Officers and Financial Institutions liability, including coverage assessment and determinations, coverage correspondence, litigation oversight, and communication with policyholders, brokers, underwriters, and Claims leadership. It also supports claims initiatives and contributes to examiner training and development. Travel is required as necessary, approximately 20%. US work authorization is required; Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

College degree and/or professional designation required.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Sound understanding of insurance coverage under Directors & Officers, Financial Institutions, and excess liability policies.
Ability to analyze and communicate summaries of complex issues verbally and in writing, recognize alternatives, and develop action plans.
Experience determining contractual obligations, analyzing insurance coverage, and conducting investigations.
Ability to manage complex litigation, set loss and expense reserves, and evaluate settlement values.
Ability to work collaboratively as a team player and assist within the Unit and Professional Liability Division as needed.
Ability to proactively self-manage a caseload.
US work authorization required; visa sponsorship is not available.
Travel as necessary, approximately 20%.

Nice To Haves

Directors & Officers, Financial Institutions, and/or Excess Professional Liability claims or litigation experience.
Juris Doctor degree.
Insurance coverage litigation experience.

Responsibilities

Investigate, monitor, negotiate, and settle excess Directors & Officers and Financial Institutions liability claims from inception through conclusion.
Assess and evaluate coverage under Directors & Officers and Financial Institutions policies, make coverage determinations, draft coverage correspondence, communicate coverage positions, and manage claims involving coverage litigation.
Oversee and monitor litigation filed nationwide against insureds and work proactively with insureds and brokers toward economical claim resolution.
Communicate with underwriting as needed to manage claims and report significant developments.
Promptly communicate adverse case developments and pertinent product-line issues to Claims leadership.
Analyze and communicate summaries of coverage and legal issues, identify alternative approaches, and develop action plans orally and in writing.
Maintain and follow Markel guidelines and procedures.
Adhere to internal reporting requirements.
Assist with implementing initiatives, discussions, and action plans from Claims leadership.
Participate in the training and development of claims examiners as directed by Claims leadership.
Participate in insured- and broker-related functions and meetings as required.
Proactively manage an assigned caseload.