Complex Claims Specialist - A&E

Hiscox•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a Complex Claims Specialist within Hiscox's growing US Claims team, focusing on professional liability claims for Architects and Engineers. The specialist will analyze claim submissions, manage reserves, communicate with customers and brokers, and drive early resolution of claims. This is a permanent, hybrid position open in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Hartford, or Manhattan, offering the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic and values-driven culture.

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.
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 as a subject matter expert within the 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

Perform all core aspects of in-house claims management.
Review and analyze claim documentation and legal filings.
Draft coverage analyses.
Strategize and maximize early settlement opportunities.
Monitor litigation and manage local defense counsel.
Attend mediations and/or settlement conferences, either in person or by phone as appropriate.
Smartly manage and track third-party vendor and service provider spend.
Continually assess exposures and adequacy of claim reserves, and escalate high exposure and/or volatile claims to line manager.
Liaise directly on a daily basis with insureds and brokers.
Maintain 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