Sr. Claims Analyst, Excess Casualty, North American Claims Group

Allied World Assurance Company•Farmington, CT

12d•$115,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Job Summary: Investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims made against the Company’s Umbrella and Excess General Liability policies. Engage in collaborative projects in support of other areas of the company, including underwriting, finance, actuarial, operations, and technology. Provide superior service to all customers, whether internal or external. Job Duties Efficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages. Promptly analyze coverage, draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manage litigation by effectively interacting with insureds, brokers, defense counsel and other parties as required. Represent Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations. · Work with other areas of the Company including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations and technology on projects as requested. Prepare claim summaries and other reports as necessary for management. · Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers. Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings. · Comply with CMS reporting.

Requirements

Minimum of 5-7 years’ experience handling Casualty claims or related relevant experience.
Four-year college degree is required, but a J.D. is preferred.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Some technical writing experience.
Ability to accurately and timely analyze coverage and instruct and collaborate with counsel regarding litigation strategy and claim resolution, resolve claims and otherwise act within the scope of delegated authority.

Responsibilities

Investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims made against the Company’s Umbrella and Excess General Liability policies.
Engage in collaborative projects in support of other areas of the company, including underwriting, finance, actuarial, operations, and technology.
Efficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages.
Promptly analyze coverage, draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manage litigation by effectively interacting with insureds, brokers, defense counsel and other parties as required.
Represent Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations.
Work with other areas of the Company including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations and technology on projects as requested.
Prepare claim summaries and other reports as necessary for management.
Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers.
Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings.
Comply with CMS reporting.