Director, Coverage Counsel-Morristown, NJ – Jersey City or remote

Crum & Forster • Morristown, NJ

19d • $116,200 - $200,000 • Remote

About The Position

Crum & Forster is seeking a Claims Director & Coverage Counsel in one of the following locations: Morristown, NJ – Jersey City or remote. The Director & Coverage Counsel is responsible for outcomes on specific severe or complex claims within the Construction Defect line of business. Only candidates with specific insurance coverage experience in the CGL/Construction Defect area should apply.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate should possess 10+ years’ experience in a technical claim-handling role, specifically in the areas of CGL/Construction Defect, preferably with a Commercial Property & Casualty Company or a self-insured company in this field.
• Legal experience at a law firm handling insurance coverage issues in the areas of CGL/Construction Defect matters will also be considered in lieu of direct claims handling experience or a combination of both.
• BA or Juris Doctorate required.
• Proven demonstration of creative problem solving abilities.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills.
• Proficient with use of computers and Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and work in a cooperative manner.
• Adapts easily to change.
• The ability to travel is necessary.
• Will abide by departmental policies and procedures, including authority levels, to comply with Crum & Forster’s risk management controls.

Nice To Haves

• Major claim adjustment and coverage analysis experience and supervisory experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle declaratory judgment and recovery actions related to CGL/Construction Defect claims filed against the company.
• Work collaboratively with adjusters, manager, director, AVP, VP and/or SVP in the Construction Defect claim group to provide coverage analysis, and review of certain coverage position letters in order to produce the best possible claim outcome.
• Review Time Limited Demands and provide direction in responding to same, along with review of allegations of unfair claim practices, interaction with underwriting partners, and addressing claim strategies.
• Ensure the claim strategy are appropriate and ensure appropriate and timely coverage analyses are completed and positions established.
• Ensure proper and competent coverage attorneys are assigned to coverage claims and litigation management strategies are developed and employed.
• Work closely with underwriting and risk engineering partners to provide feedback on policy forms and claim analysis.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Generous 401K employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family’s wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing
• A core C&F tenet is owning your career development, so we provide a wealth of ways for you to keep learning, including tuition reimbursement, industry-related certifications and professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
• We believe you do well by doing good and want to encourage a spirit of social and community responsibility, matching donation program, volunteer opportunities, and an employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community
• At C&F you will BELONG

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director