Claims Specialist II

Everest Group • Warren Township, NJ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Everest is seeking an experienced claims professional or attorney to join the Casualty Claims team in Warren, NJ. In this role, you will handle a broad range of mainstream and moderately complex auto, general liability, and excess/umbrella claims.

Requirements

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation and investigation skills
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to influence others and resolve complex, disputed claims
• In-depth knowledge of the litigation, arbitration, and trial process
• Currently holds or readily can obtain all required adjuster licenses
• Ability to identify and use relevant data and metrics to best manage claims
• Collaborative mind-set and willingness to work with people outside immediate reporting hierarchy to improve processes and generate optimal departmental efficiency
• Ability and willingness to present to senior management and to others in other group settings
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims process and legal and regulatory environment
• 5-7 years of claims handling experience or legal experience
• B.A. or B.S. required; JD helpful but not required

Nice To Haves

• JD helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and analyzing complex coverage issues and preparation of coverage position letters
• Investigating, analyzing and evaluating liability and damages
• Managing and directing outside counsel
• Preparing case summary reports related to matters of significant reserve and trial activity
• Setting timely and appropriate case reserves
• Developing and executing claim strategies as well as resolution strategies
• Negotiating and resolving cases
• Attending trials, mediations and settlement conferences
• Working with underwriters to support policy construction and drafting, reporting claim trends, data analysis, and risk assessments
• Extensive communication with insureds, brokers, reinsurers, actuaries, and underwriters
• Attending client meetings and industry functions to support retention and development of client relationships and business
• Performing similar work-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• health insurance coverage
• an employee wellness program
• life and disability insurance
• 401k match
• retirement savings plan
• paid holidays
• paid time off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

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