Senior Claims Specialist - Inland Marine

Gallagher•New York, NY

12d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Claims Specialist – Inland Marine independently analyzes claims exposure, investigates and resolves complex Marine Liability claims, and recommends settlement strategies and action plans. The role handles matters such as premises liability, bailment claims, boat damage, and ship repairers’ liability. It creates reservation of rights and coverage denial letters, negotiates settlements with involved parties, and may recommend retaining outside specialists. Claims must be handled in accordance with client and corporate policies, procedures, and applicable statutory, regulatory, and ethical requirements. The specialist interacts extensively with parties involved in the claims process, documents and communicates claim activity in a timely and efficient manner, and works with clients to improve claims management. The role also coaches and mentors adjusters in claims-handling concepts to support their career development. The position is remote, with open jurisdictions. An active Texas or Florida adjuster’s license is required; multistate licensure is preferred, and any additional states required by the manager must be obtained within the designated timeframe.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 7 years of related claims experience.
Claims background in Marine Liability, including areas such as premises liability, bailment claims, boat damage, and ship repairers’ liability.
Active adjuster’s license in Texas or Florida; any additional licenses required by the manager must be obtained within the designated timeframe.
Appropriately licensed and/or certified in all states where claims are handled.
Knowledge of accepted industry standards and practices.
Computer experience with related claims and business software.

Nice To Haves

Multistate adjuster licensure.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Independently analyze claims exposure and recommend appropriate settlement strategies and action plans.
Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve complex Marine Liability claims.
Create reservation of rights and coverage denial letters.
Interact with parties involved in the claims process and recommend retaining outside specialists when appropriate.
Handle claims in accordance with client and corporate policies and procedures, and applicable statutory, regulatory, and ethical requirements.
Document and communicate claim activity in a timely, efficient manner that supports claim outcomes.
Partner with clients to provide solutions and enhance the claims management process.
Think critically, solve problems, and plan and prioritize activities to serve clients effectively.
Coach and mentor adjusters on claims-handling concepts and support their career development.