D&O / E&O Complex Claims Examiner

TransRe•New York, NY

1d•$120,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced reinsurance claims examiner to manage a portfolio of Directors & Officers (D&O) and Errors & Omissions (E&O) claims in our New York City office. This position is a great opportunity for experienced claims examiner to assume responsibility for a growing book of business.

Requirements

5+ years of (re)insurance D&O and E&O claims handling experience, treaty and facultative
JD degree is strongly preferred
Strong analytical and writing skills
Ability to work well independently and within a team
Ability to travel as needed for claims audits and industry events

Responsibilities

Analyzing and determining coverage for complex D&O, E&O, and professional liability reinsurance claims, including interpreting treaties and facultative certificates and evaluating allocation, limits, exclusions, and extra-contractual exposures.
Reviewing underlying policies, pleadings, and claim documentation to assessing coverage triggers and overall claim exposure.
Managing the full lifecycle of claims, including establishing and maintaining reserves and overseeing financial transactions in accordance with contract terms and internal guidelines.
Reviewing and processing cedant reporting (e.g., bordereaux, advices, cash calls), ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper application of reinsurance agreements.
Monitoring claim developments, including litigation, settlements, and appeals, and adjusting strategies and reserves as appropriate.
Preparing clear and concise claim summaries, large loss reports, and management updates to support internal and external stakeholders.
Conducting cedant audits and portfolio reviews, identifying trends, emerging risks, and reserving issues, and providing actionable insights to underwriting and claims leadership.
Partnering with cedants, brokers, underwriters, actuaries, and finance teams to resolving complex claim issues and delivering insights that inform underwriting strategy and portfolio management.
Supporting broader portfolio initiatives, including commutations, portfolio optimization efforts, and monitoring industry trends and regulatory developments.