Executive Claims Examiner

Markel•Alpharetta, GA

2d•$97,520 - $167,640•Hybrid

About The Position

Markel is seeking an experienced Executive Claims Examiner to join its Environmental, Products & Life Sciences (EPLS) Claims team. The role is the acknowledged technical expert for resolving high-complexity, high-exposure claims and carries significant decision-making responsibility. The examiner manages claims autonomously within their authority, including sophisticated environmental, products liability, life sciences, toxic tort, professional liability, and general liability matters. The position includes coverage analysis, litigation oversight, collaboration with underwriting and product teams, and support for the success of Markel’s specialty claims organization. The position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the office and two days remotely. The role requires U.S. work authorization; Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
Minimum 8–10 years of complex casualty claims handling experience.
Expertise in coverage analysis and interpretation of specialty insurance policies.
Strong understanding of environmental liability, product liability, bodily injury, property damage, toxic tort, and life sciences exposures.
Experience managing complex litigation and overseeing outside counsel.
Ability to evaluate liability, damages, and claim exposure in high-severity matters.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft coverage letters and executive-level reports.
Ability to make sound decisions and exercise independent judgment within designated authority levels.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Proficiency with claims management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctor (JD) or another advanced degree.
Complex casualty claims experience involving environmental, products liability, toxic tort, life sciences, and/or professional liability claims.
Experience handling claims involving multiple parties, contractual indemnity issues, additional insured exposures, and complex insurance programs.
Professional designations such as CPCU, AIC, SCLA, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Independently manage a caseload of complex environmental, products liability, life sciences, toxic tort, professional liability, and general liability claims.
Analyze policy language and coverage issues, including reservation of rights letters, disclaimers, and coverage position recommendations.
Evaluate liability, damages, and exposure to establish and maintain appropriate claim reserves.
Direct and oversee defense counsel, coverage counsel, consultants, and experts.
Develop and execute claim handling strategies to achieve optimal claim outcomes.
Conduct detailed coverage investigations and assess potential coverage defenses and indemnity obligations.
Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
Negotiate settlements within granted authority and present settlement recommendations for higher authority review when required.
Collaborate with underwriting, product development, and risk management teams on emerging issues and loss trends.
Prepare claim summaries, large loss reports, and management updates.
Monitor litigation budgets and ensure adherence to litigation management guidelines.
Identify and escalate significant coverage, legal, regulatory, and reputational issues.
Serve as a technical resource and mentor for less experienced claims professionals.
Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and company claim handling standards.
Support business development initiatives by participating in broker, underwriting, and insured meetings as needed.