Complex Claims Specialist - A&E

Hiscox•Boston, MA

10d•$125 - $155•Hybrid

About The Position

Put your claims skills to the test and join one of the top Professional Liability Insurers in the Industry as a Complex Claims Specialist! About the Hiscox Claims team: The US Claims team at Hiscox is a growing group of professionals working together to provide superior customer service and claims handling expertise. The claims staff are empowered to manage their claims within given authority to provide fair and fast resolution of claims for our insured and broker partners. With strong growth across the US business, the Claims team is focused on delivering profitability while reinforcing Hiscox’s strong brand built on a long history of outstanding claims handling. The Role: The primary role of a Complex Claims Specialist is to analyze liability claim submissions for potential coverage, set adequate case reserves, promptly and professionally respond to inquiries from our customers and their brokers, and to proactively drive early resolution of claims arising from our commercial lines of insurance. This role is open to Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Hartford or Manhattan and will be focused on servicing claims and potential claims arising from our Architects and Engineers professional liability lines of business. This is a fantastic opportunity to join Hiscox USA, a growing business where you will be able to make a real impact. Together, we aim to be the best people producing the best insurance solutions and delivering the best service possible.

Requirements

5+ years of experience with a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and bar admission in good standing or 10+ years relevant experience
A minimum of 2-3 years professional experience in the area of [Architecture & Engineering and/or Professional Liability]; coverage experience preferred
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong ability to establish rapport and build relationships with clients
Team-oriented, with ability to excel in a collegial environment
10% Travel Required
Adjuster licensing is required within 90 days of employment

Nice To Haves

A general understanding of insurance law
Prior experience with an insurance carrier preferred
Ability to act a subject matter expert within team
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal oversight
Experience attending and leading mediations, arbitrations and trials
Demonstrated ability to advance product innovation or develop a greater understanding of other aspects of the business through training or other relevant projects
Demonstrates courage in addressing and solving difficult or complex matters with insureds, attorneys and brokers
Demonstrated steps taken toward additional certifications by an approved authority such as a CPCU, ARMS or AINS designation
Commitment to professional development and learning demonstrated by at least 5 hours of continuing education related to insurance topics through Success Factory, Hiscox in-person or video conference training sessions, or other in-person seminars or webinars.

Responsibilities

Reviewing and analyzing claim documentation and legal filings
Drafting coverage analyses
Strategizing and maximizing early settlement opportunities
Monitoring litigation and managing local defense counsel
Attending mediations and/or settlement conferences, either in person or by phone as appropriate
Smartly managing and tracking third-party vendor and service provider spend
Continually assessing exposures and adequacy of claim reserves, and escalating high exposure and/or volatile claims to line manager
Liaising directly on daily basis with insureds and brokers
Maintaining timely and accurate file documentation/information in our claims management system

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus (based on personal & company performance)
401(k) with competitive company matching
Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care)
Company paid group term life, short- term disability and long-term disability coverage
24 Paid time off days, 2 Hiscox Days, 10 paid holidays, and ability to purchase 5 PTO days
Paid parental leave
4 week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service
Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs
Annual reimbursement up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program
Company paid subscription to Headspace to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing
Recipient of 2024 Cigna’s Well-Being Award for having a best-in-class health and wellness program
Dynamic, creative and values-driven culture
Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks