E&S Litigation Claims Manager - Remote

Selective Insurance Company of America

2d • $135,000 - $204,000 • Remote

About The Position

Selective Insurance is seeking a E&S Litigation Claims Manager who proactively manages proactively manages a litigation claims unit in our Excess & Surplus Lines unit in accordance with Company claim policies, practices and procedures within delegated authority. Candidate is responsible for the management of the E&S Litigation Claims Specialist; driving optimum claims outcomes, supporting operational goals and objectives while delivering superior customer service to our policyholders and agents, all in support of our commitments to our stakeholders. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements. Candidate will be responsible for assisting staff with resolution of coverage issues and working with Legal and outside coverage counsel in the resolution of coverage litigation.

Requirements

• Ability to lead a team of litigation claims specialist with varying degrees of experience.
• Excellent people and management skills to properly performance manage staff and assist with training initiatives.
• Ability to analyze reports and trend analysis to identify issues.
• Superior communication, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Moderate proficiency with standard business-related software (including Microsoft Outlook, Work Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Sufficient keyboarding proficiency to enter data accurately and efficiently.
• Must have valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing and be able to drive an automobile.
• College degree preferred.
• 10+ years claims experience and 3-5 year’s claims supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in E&S claims, complex coverage analysis and significant large loss evaluations preferred.
• Experience handling or supervising E&S Claims and/or experience handling coverage litigation preferred.
• Law degree preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Plans, controls and coordinates claims activity and workflow within claims unit/department in order to maintain the highest professional customer service and technical standards, and to ensure work is produced in a timely fashion and that all deadlines are met.
• Ensures the timely settlement of claims and maintains acceptable closing ratios for the department.
• Prepares operating budget for unit/department and monitors and controls expenses.
• Recommends claims procedural changes and plans, organizes and implements these changes in accordance with company guidelines. Keeps current on all changes affecting work production.
• Maintains override capability, authorizes settlements up to designated authority limits, and submits recommendations to designated officials for those claims in excess of authority level.
• Oversees combined loss ratio and productivity numbers and ensures they are in compliance with company standards.
• Oversees and controls allocated claims expenses.
• Provides performance management activities for personnel measured against business objectives and claims activity.
• Plans reviews and conducts claims reviews and settlement conferences. Mediates complaints and disputes regarding claim resolution.
• Must be able to drive an automobile to travel within territory. Car travel represents approximately 0-10% of employee’s time and a valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life.
• These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and 20 days of paid time off.
• Additional details about our total rewards package can be found by visiting our benefits page.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees