Mass Tort & Environmental Specialty Operations Senior Claims Consultant

Allstate

6d•$80,000 - $136,625•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Claims Consultant – Mass Tort & Environmental Claims is responsible for independently managing complex, legacy runoff claims arising from historical excess liability policies. This role focuses on asbestos, environmental, talc, PFAS, and other long latency mass tort exposures, requiring advanced coverage analysis, strategic claims handling, and strong legal and financial judgment. This position operates within a highly specialized team and supports claims across multiple U.S. jurisdictions and Canada.

Requirements

3+ years of experience handling mass tort, asbestos, environmental, or other long‑latency claims preferred.
Prior experience with complex coverage analysis, excess policies, or legacy runoff portfolios strongly preferred.
Experience handling multi‑jurisdictional claims across the U.S. and/or Canada.
Advanced coverage analysis
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Proven negotiation and settlement experience
High level of independence and accountability in a remote environment
Ability to manage complexity across multiple claim types and systems

Responsibilities

Independently analyze and apply CGL, umbrella, and excess policy language, including historical policy forms, to assess coverage for complex claims.
Manage legacy runoff claims tied to policies issued primarily in the 1970s–mid‑1980s with significant aggregate exposure.
Evaluate underlying facts, jurisdiction‑specific law, and long‑latency issues to determine coverage positions and claims strategy.
Handle complex asbestos bodily injury, talc, environmental contamination, PFAS, and other mass tort claims.
Assess environmental exposure scenarios including soil, groundwater, and contamination cleanup claims.
Manage claims involving large commercial and industrial insureds with substantial liability exposure.
Manage litigated matters including coverage actions filed against Allstate.
Coordinate with internal and external counsel on litigation strategy.
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and negotiations and serve as a witness when required.
Establish, document, and adjust case reserves and financial projections.
Develop and execute action plans.
Provide clear analysis and recommendations.
Maintain thoroughly documented claim files, ensuring compliance with internal guidelines.
Effectively manage a complex and diverse caseload.
Work across multiple claims systems.
Adapt to evolving technology and AI‑supported workflows within the claim’s organization.
Demonstrate strong written communication and analytical skills.