Claims Specialist - Management Liability

AXIS•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is on the Wholesale Financial Lines Claims team, which handles excess and primary claims for Directors and Officers (D&O), Employment Practices Liability (EPL), and related lines. This role reports to the Head of Wholesale Claims – Financial Lines and is responsible for investigating, analyzing, and evaluating claims in a variety of financial lines, ensuring proper coverage determinations, and navigating claims to successful conclusions. The selected individual will gain expertise in Directors and Officers (D&O) claims and coverage while engaging with sophisticated insureds and resolving complex disputes. This role offers meaningful opportunities to handle claims in specialized insurance sectors and to learn the broader range of Wholesale Financial Lines products.

Requirements

Hold a Juris Doctorate.
Operate efficiently in settings with high visibility, shifting deadlines, and evolving expectations while staying focused and achieving outcomes.
Demonstrate organizational abilities and solve problems effectively.
Exhibit outstanding skill in verbal communication and written expression.
Showcase skill as a litigator or litigation manager, well-versed in dispute resolution.
Write coverage letters independently with precision and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of the work.
Adhere to AXIS licensing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who bring unique perspectives and diverse skills to the team.
Contribute actively to the success of a growing and dynamic team by bringing energy and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Serving as a Claims Specialist focused on Management Liability Claims within AXIS' North America Claim team.
Managing a diverse range of liability claims, including Public D&O, Private D&O, and Private Equity, and Insurance Company Professional Liability.
Determining the appropriate valuation of complex claims, recommending settlement strategies, adhering to company policies, and collaborating with insureds, brokers, and partners effectively.
Traveling to distinctive destinations to participate in mediations, observe trials, and strengthen relationships with vital AXIS partners.
Escalating coverage concerns to internal teams and collaborating with external coverage attorneys when specific assignments necessitate their involvement.
Developing claims and litigation strategies, delegating tasks, and overseeing the work of external legal advisors effectively.
Assisting with underwriting inquiries while analyzing claim trends, conducting data analysis, and performing comprehensive risk assessments to support decision-making processes.
Keeping precise records of claim activities and promptly updating systems with all relevant details ensuring accuracy and efficiency.