Senior Claims Specialist, Inland Marine

Sompo International•Chicago, IL

59d•$95,000 - $175,000

About The Position

As a leading provider of insurance and reinsurance with worldwide operations and employees in Bermuda, U.S., U.K., Continental Europe and Asia, we recognize that our success is derived directly from those who matter the most: our people. At Sompo International, our values of integrity, collaboration, agility, execution and excellence underpin our culture and our commitment to providing an employee experience that attracts and engages the best talent in the industry. As we continue to grow, we strive to find diverse, innovative and driven professionals to join our teams and offer a broad range of career and development opportunities at all levels, in multiple business areas, in each of our locations throughout the world. Our compensation and benefits programs are market driven and competitive, with excellent family friendly policies and flexible working provisions. Job Description Are you looking for your next opportunity? Sompo has a unique opportunity for a Senior Claims Specialist, Inland Marine in our Commercial Property Claims team. As a Senior Claims Specialist, you will provide adjustment oversight and deliver key insights for Sompo's North American First Party Property, specialty claims. This position services a diverse range of claims including Inland Marine, Property, Heavy Equipment and Machinery, Builder's Risk and Transportation. Location: This position may be based out of our Alpharetta, GA, Charlotte, NC or Chicago, IL offices. We strive for collaboration which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long lasting careers. Our business, your impact, our opportunity: What you'll be doing:

Requirements

Minimum 5 years claim handling experience in commercial property or other lines of commercial business
Experience handling first-party property claims in one or more of the following: Inland Marine, Builders Risk, and Transportation related claims
Experience handling a variety of property loss exposures and loss types
Ability to manage complex claims and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders and resolve claims.
Ability to effectively communicate actionable insights and recommendations
Capability to build and strengthen collaborative relationships with other departments.
Technical skillsets in claims systems such as Claims Center, ImageRight, Guidewire, or any in-house systems

Responsibilities

Direct handling of Inland Marine claims within the North American Property, Specialty Claims unit
Manage and analyze claims related to Heavy Equipment and Machinery, Builder's Risk, and Transportation, ensuring timely and accurate resolution.
Manage and analyze first party property claims and other lines of business as needed
Deliver strategic insights and data-driven analysis to support claims decision-making
Manage loss adjustment expenses to ensure a highly efficient claim outcomes
Create exposure reports for Underwriting, Senior Management and Reinsurers for reporting on trends, reserves, and claim metrics
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including insureds, brokers, and vendors, to ensure high-quality claims service and adherence to Sompo's standards.
Provide guidance for coverage, liability, and damage analysis for complex first party property claims
Stay informed of industry trends, legal developments, and market conditions
Proactively identify trends and exposures impacting the Inland Marine claims portfolio

Benefits

Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contribution
Pharmacy benefits with mail order options
Dental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and children
Vision benefits
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Company-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & children
Company-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributions
Competitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidays
Competitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance program
Employee Assistance Program
Tax-Free Commuter Benefit
Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits