Senior Claims Specialist

AXIS (AXIS Capital)•Short Hills, NJ

3d•$130,000 - $160,000•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. Senior Claims Specialist - EPL/Fiduciary Job Code 13574 About the Team AXIS is hiring a Senior Claims Specialist – EPL and Fiduciary Claims for its North America Claim Team. This role involves managing primary and excess claims for various AXIS policy forms. How does this role contribute to our collective success? The individual will manage claims by investigating, analyzing, and evaluating coverage for Employment Practices and Third Party Liability claims. This individual will also have the opportunity to develop knowledge and expertise in Fiduciary Claims.

Requirements

Hold a Juris Doctorate.
Demonstrate ability to work as a team and meet deadlines.
Have skills in litigation management, investigation, dispute resolution.
Have experience independently drafting coverage letters.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to deal with a wide range of stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Fiduciary claims is a plus.

Responsibilities

Handling and managing complex Employment Practices Liability Claims to determine appropriate valuation, settlement strategies and ensure adherence to company policies. Experience with Fiduciary claims is a plus.
Attending mediations and monitoring trials as necessary.
Drafting coverage correspondence on primary claims, negotiating complex coverage issues, and recommending outside coverage counsel when warranted.
Mentoring junior claims adjusters.
Supporting underwriting and actuarial teams by maintaining data and analytics.
Maintaining and developing relationships with senior executives, brokers, underwriters, insureds, and outside counsel.
Managing costs in collaboration with the Litigation Management and Vendor Management teams.
Maintaining accurate records of claim activities and updating systems with relevant information in a timely manner.