Liability Specialist

Erie Insurance • New Kensington, PA

2d • $63,130 - $100,843 • Remote

About The Position

Exercises independent judgment in handling complex Home and Auto liability claims, including coverage issues, liability evaluation, injury assessment, negotiation and resolution strategy. Provides technical guidance to less experienced staff and supports consistent claim handling practices. Candidate will primarily handle claims for Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The successful candidate is required to have a valid Florida License or be willing to obtain it within 60 days of employment in the role. Preferred candidate will work remote from Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and five years of claims related experience required; or Associate degree and three years of claims related experience required; or Bachelor’s degree and one year of claims related experience required.
• Working knowledge of liability coverages, laws, injury evaluation, reserving, negotiation and claim documentation required.
• Travel for training may be required.
• Appropriate license(s) as required by applicable state(s), including the ability to secure and maintain dual or multiple licenses as business needs require.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function.

Nice To Haves

• Associate in Claims (AIC), Senior Claims Law Associate (SCLA) or related designation preferred.
• Valid Florida License or be willing to obtain it within 60 days of employment in the role.
• Work remote from Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Conducts investigations, evaluate and make recommendations regarding coverage and liability.
• Handles claims involving complex liability, damages or coverages.
• Negotiates with all parties, or their representatives, within designated authority.
• Documents the file and submits reports.
• Identifies subrogation opportunities and initiates appropriate action.
• Completes required training.
• The position requires the incumbent to provide support for property claims during periods of heavy volume.
• Trains and mentors.
• Travel for training may be required.

Benefits

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
• Pension. We are among the 2% of Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of services.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
• Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
• Company-paid basic life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED