Senior Environmental Claims Adjuster

BP&C•New York City, NY

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Argo Group is an underwriter of specialty insurance products in the property and casualty market. Argo offers a full line of products and services designed to meet the unique coverage and claims-handling needs of businesses. The Argo entities are wholly-owned subsidiaries of Clearbrook Group Holdings Inc. This individual will report to a manager who works in New York City and is focused on adjudicating first and third party commercial environmental claims (mostly complex storage tank claims) and contributing to providing superb results for our clients. This is a 100% in-office position. Candidates must be able to work on-site at a designated company office during standard business hours.

Requirements

Must have good business acumen (i.e. understand how an insurance company works and makes money, including how this role impacts both Argo Group and our customers’ ability to be profitable).
An advanced knowledge of commercial environmental claims, as well as an exceptional customer service focus, typically acquired through: A minimum of five years’ experience adjudicating commercial environmental claims.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required.
Two or more insurance designations or four additional years of related experience adjudicating commercial environmental claims beyond the minimum experience required above may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
Licensed Claims Examiner (Based on state)
Must be licensed or have ability to quickly obtain a license in each jurisdiction requiring a license to adjudicate first party claims. within 90 Days.
Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships.
Excellent evaluation and strategic skills required.
Strong claim negotiation skills a must.
Ability to take proactive and pragmatic approach to negotiation.
Must possess a strong customer focus.
Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize workload while handling multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to articulate the financial value of your work at multiple responsibility levels inside our clients’ business which may include CEO.
Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.
Demonstrates inner strength. Has the courage to do the right thing and demonstrates it on a daily basis.
A strong focus on execution in getting things done right.
Proven ability to consistently produce and deliver expected results to all stakeholders by: Finding a way to achieve success through adversity. Being solution (not problem) focused Thinking with a global mindset first. Client focus – the ability to effectively determine specific client needs and to provide value added solutions. Successful traits (flexibility, ability to thrive in change, being resourceful on your own) necessary to work in a fast paced environment that is evolving constantly.
Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with clients, business partners and organizational peers with a focus on timely and meaningful exchanges of information.
Exhibit natural and intellectual curiosity in order to consistently explore and consider all options and is not governed by conventional thinking.
Uses listening and questioning techniques to effectively gather information from insureds and claimants.
Demonstrates an understanding of mechanisms available for resolving claims settlement disputes (e.g. arbitration and mediation) and when these are used.
Proficient in MS Office Suite and other business-related software.
Polished and professional written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to read and write English fluently is required.
Must demonstrate a desire for continued professional development through continuing education and self-development opportunities.

Responsibilities

Working under limited technical direction and within broad limits and authority, adjudicate moderately complex commercial environmental claims, potentially with significant impact on departmental results.
Solving difficult problems that requires an understanding of a broader set of issues.
Reporting to senior management and underwriters on claims trends and developments.
Analyzing claims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions, and other records to determine whether the loss falls within the policy coverage.
Writing own coverage letters.
Investigating claims promptly and thoroughly, including interviewing all involved parties.
Managing claims in litigation
Managing diary timely and complete tasks to ensure that cases move to the best financial outcome and timely resolution.
Creates and reviews reserves in line with market and Argo's reserving policy
Identifying loss drivers and claims trends to reduce claims frequency and severity through data analysis and improved claim management
Identifying, assigning, and coordinating the assignment and coordination of expertise resources to assist in case resolution.
Preparing reports for file documentation
Applying creative solutions which result in the best financial outcome.
Negotiates in a timely and effective manner to provide cost effective solutions for the company and its customers within own limits using a range of negotiation styles.
Processing mail and prioritizing workload.
Completing telephone calls and written correspondence to/from various parties (insured, claimant, etc.).
Having an appreciation and passion for strong claim management.