Senior Complex Excess Casualty Claims Director

The Jonus Group•Alpharetta, GA

4d•$140,000 - $170,000

About The Position

About the Role: Our client, a leading national insurance carrier, is seeking a Senior Complex Excess Casualty Claims Director to oversee and manage a portfolio of highly complex, high-exposure casualty claims. This individual will lead technical claim handling across excess casualty lines, including general liability, products liability, construction, premises, and other complex bodily injury and property damage matters. Salary $140,000 to $170,000+/year base salary Annual bonus potential Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.) Opportunities for professional development and advancement

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Juris Doctor (JD) preferred.
10+ years of experience handling complex and high-exposure excess casualty claims , preferably within an insurance carrier environment.
Strong technical expertise in coverage interpretation, liability assessment, and litigation management.
Demonstrated leadership skills with experience mentoring or managing a claims team.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide clear direction in high-pressure situations.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctor (JD)

Responsibilities

Oversee the investigation, evaluation, and resolution of complex excess casualty claims, ensuring adherence to best practices and company guidelines.
Manage claims involving high exposure, catastrophic injuries, and complex coverage issues, including multi-party litigation and jurisdictional challenges.
Provide technical leadership and direction to adjusters handling excess casualty claims.
Develop and implement strategic claim handling and litigation management plans to optimize outcomes.
Partner with defense counsel and manage litigation budgets and strategies.
Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, and risk control teams to provide feedback on trends, coverage issues, and risk selection.
Review and approve large loss settlements within designated authority levels.
Deliver presentations and reporting to senior management on emerging claim trends and financial impacts.