Senior Claims Advocate

EPIC Brokers•Atlanta, GA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Come join our team! There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen. Headquartered in San Francisco and founded in 2007, our company has over 3,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees. Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team! JOB OVERVIEW: We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Claims Advocate with expertise in both workers’ compensation and liability claims to lead a team and deliver exceptional claims management, strategic advocacy, and risk mitigation support to our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in multi-jurisdictional claims handling—including workers’ compensation and liability lines such as general liability, auto, and property—and demonstrate proven leadership, analytical skills, and a client-focused mindset. LOCATION: Duluth GA, This is a hybrid position, with a minimum of three in-office days per week.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 10 years of claims experience across workers’ compensation and liability lines (GL, auto, premises, etc.), with a background in brokerage, TPA, or carrier environments.
Leadership: At least 3 years of experience managing or mentoring a claims team.
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of multi-jurisdictional laws and best practices in both workers’ compensation and liability claims.
Client-Facing Skills: Demonstrated ability to build relationships, influence outcomes, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
Analytical Ability: Skilled in data analysis, claim reviews, and trend identification.
Technology: Proficient in claims management systems, Excel, and reporting tools.
Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Industry designations such as AIC, ARM, CPCU, or CLCS strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and advocate for complex claims across both workers’ compensation and liability lines from initial reporting to final resolution.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, delivering strategic guidance to reduce claim costs and improve outcomes.
Partner with carriers, TPAs, and legal counsel to ensure appropriate claim handling, reserving, and settlement strategies.
Identify claim trends across multiple lines and propose tailored solutions to reduce loss experience.
Support clients in challenging denials, negotiating settlements, and intervening in escalated cases.
Lead, mentor, and support a team of multi-line claims advocates.
Oversee team workflows and ensure service excellence across all assigned accounts.
Conduct regular training sessions to strengthen technical knowledge across workers’ compensation and liability disciplines.
Establish and track performance goals to promote accountability, development, and high-quality client service.
Provide consultative support on injury and incident management, return-to-work strategies, and liability exposure.
Facilitate claim review meetings and prepare detailed reports that communicate claim status, trends, and recommendations.
Collaborate with client risk, safety, and HR teams to implement proactive measures and reduce future claim frequency and severity.
Interface with carriers, TPAs, and attorneys to ensure effective, timely, and client-centered claim resolution.
Advocate for appropriate reserving practices, equitable settlements, and consistent claims service.
Participate in settlement negotiations and mediation where appropriate.
Maintain current knowledge of workers’ compensation and liability laws, litigation trends, and best practices across jurisdictions.
Ensure clients remain compliant with regulatory requirements, including reporting obligations and safety protocols.
Analyze loss data across lines of coverage to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
Prepare and deliver client-facing analytics reports with strategic insights and practical recommendations.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time off Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps); 22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees; 12 company-observed paid holidays; 4 early-close days
Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave
Generous employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral
Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs (and trips!)
Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group
Professional growth & development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development
Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support
Additional benefits include (but are not limited to): 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness & employee assistance programs
50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment. It takes both production and service to be EPIC!
EPIC Gives Back – Some of our charitable efforts include Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation