Senior Claims Specialist - Casualty

Berkley•Lawrenceville, GA

32d

About The Position

The Senior Claim Specialist – Casualty position is responsible for the quality handling and resolution of non-litigated claims including commercial auto claims and general liability in a timely and professional manner with emphasis on providing quality service while controlling expenses. This position routinely handles claims involving coverage issues, significant injuries, contractual liability issues, and other claims that require specialized handling. While this position could include some Commercial Auto liability claims (with resulting bodily injury), the emphasis of the role will be General Liability.

Requirements

BA/BS degree preferred or equivalent work experience
3-5 years’ casualty claim experience preferred
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and presentation skills
Computer proficiency, working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Knowledge of tort and contract law and experience in auditing/reviewing casualty claim files
Independent adjuster's licenses for states of: AL, GA, MS, NC, SC & TN and/or ability to obtain licenses within 90 days of hire
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

Review new losses and appropriately manage claims through coverage analysis, investigation, damages evaluation, reserving and resolution on non-litigated casualty claims.
Manage bodily injury claims, auto material damage claims and total loss claims process. Includes vehicle appraisal procedures, diminished value, vendor networks, subrogation demands, salvage procedures and heavy equipment appraisals.
Establish timely and accurate indemnity and expense reserves.
Negotiate and convey claim settlements within authority limits.
Participate in regional round table meetings as needed.
Write Reservation of Rights and Coverage Denial letters and other complex correspondence.
Maintain an effective dairy system and document claim file activities in accordance with established procedures.
Manage file inventory to ensure timely resolution of cases.
Handle files in compliance with state regulations.
Provide excellent customer service to meet the needs of the insured, agent and all other internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.