Commercial Lines Claims Specialist - Commercial General Liability (Southern venues)

Utica National Insurance Group•Charlotte, NC

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Commercial Lines Claims Specialist will be responsible for investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and resolving primarily Southern commercial general liability claims with moderate complexity. This role requires strong claims handling acumen with an understanding of state laws and requirements. The specialist will interpret coverage, prepare coverage letters, and handle risk transfer. Consultation with supervisors on more complex coverage will occur as needed, and this role will provide exposure to litigated claims. The position operates on an independent basis with little supervision and requires the ability to settle claims within assigned authority, effectively manage expenses, and attend mediations, trials, and hearings as needed, including interaction with insureds, agents, and legal representatives. The specialist will review court decisions, laws, and coverage interpretations, possessing a broad knowledge and understanding of the law and claim practices. Additionally, the role involves serving as a mentor to lesser experienced team members.

Requirements

Four year degree or equivalent experience.
5+ years of claim handling experience with commercial general liability experience preferred.
Experience in handling litigated files preferred.
Knowledge of Southern venues strongly preferred (licensing in TX, GA, NC, SC preferred).
Licensing Required to obtain your license(s) as an adjuster in the state(s) in which you are assigned to adjust claims. Licensing must be obtained within the timeframe set forth by the Company and must be maintained as needed throughout your employment.

Nice To Haves

Commercial general liability experience
Experience in handling litigated files
Knowledge of Southern venues strongly preferred (licensing in TX, GA, NC, SC preferred)

Responsibilities

Investigate, evaluate, negotiate and resolve commercial general liability claims in a fair and timely manner.
Thoroughly evaluate and analyze coverage and draft comprehensive coverage position letters.
Manage the defense of more complex regional commercial general liability claims in multiple jurisdictions in accordance with leading practices.
Manage non-litigated and some litigated claims.
Operate on an independent basis with little supervision and settle claims within assigned authority.
Effectively manage expenses.
Attend mediations, trials and hearings as needed to include interaction with insureds, agents, and legal representatives.
Review court decisions, laws and coverage interpretations and have a broad knowledge and understanding of the law and claim practices.
Serve as a mentor to lesser experienced team members.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit
Dental Benefit
Vision Benefit
Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan (Includes annual Company financial contribution and discretionary Profit Sharing contribution based upon annual company financial results)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations
Company-Paid Family Leave
Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit
Voluntary Benefits - Group Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Legal, ID Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
Student Loan Refinancing Services
Care.com Membership with Back-up Care, Senior Solutions
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Matching Gifts program
Paid Volunteer Day
Employee Referral Award Program
Wellness programs
Personal insurance discount