Senior Claims Specialist, Excess Casualty

AXIS•Chicago, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations. About the Team AXIS is hiring a Senior Claims Specialist, Excess Casualty, to support its expanding presence in North America's Excess market. How does this role contribute to our collective success? You will handle highly complex commercial excess casualty claims by verifying coverage, conducting investigations, developing resolutions, and authorizing disbursements within authority limits. Ensure consistent communication with stakeholders, brokers, and insureds to uphold service excellence. Process, analyze, investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims for accurate settlements. Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver exceptional service and support claims department success.

Requirements

Be recognized as a subject matter expert in claims within their area of specialization.
Exhibit the ability to network effectively and leverage professional associations for knowledge enhancement.
Demonstrate the capability to lead process enhancement initiatives within a claims environment.
Possess the skills to provide expert opinions and insights during cross-functional discussions.
Be adept at creating and directing the development of training materials relevant to claims processing.
Show a commitment to continuous professional development in the field of claims management.
Have the ability to critically review and update claims procedures to maintain regulatory compliance.
Be capable of mentoring peers and fostering their professional growth within the claims discipline.

Responsibilities

Assessing claims within a specialized area to determine coverage, liability, and settlement value.
Analyzing coverage and drafting coverage correspondence.
Participating in mediations and attending trials as required.
Leading initiatives to enhance claims processing efficiency and accuracy within the team.
Collaborating with legal and investigative teams to resolve complex or contentious claims.
Providing expert opinions on claims handling best practices during cross-functional meetings.
Managing costs in collaboration with the Litigation Management and Vendor Management teams.
Participating in professional associations to stay abreast of changes in claims management.
Communicating with senior executives, brokers, reinsurers, actuaries, underwriters, insureds, and auditors (both external and internal).
Serving as a mentor to claims professionals, fostering skill development and career progression.