Sr. Claims Examiner - General Liability
About The Position
This position will be responsible for the resolution of moderate to high complexity and moderate to high exposure claims which can be subject to disputes that must be resolved in mediation or litigation. The primary purpose of this job is to handle claims from coverage enquiry through legal liability assessment (where relevant) and quantum analysis, to timely and accurate resolution; ensuring mitigation of indemnity and expense exposure while communicating developments and outcomes as necessary to all internal and external stakeholders. The position will have increased responsibility for decision making within their authority and work with minimal oversight and will provide training and be a technical referral point for other team members.
Requirements
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Ability to deliver outstanding customer service
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point)
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Strong desire for continuous improvement
- US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- Experience handling excess/umbrella claims a plus.
Responsibilities
- Experience handling moderate to high exposure general liability BI and PD claims and/or a legal background as a practicing attorney with litigation or coverage experience is required
- Analyzes complex coverage issues and communicates coverage positions
- Conducts, coordinates, and directs investigation into loss facts and extent of damages
- Directs and monitors assignments to outside counsel and experts
- Evaluates information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of insured's exposure
- Sets timely and meaningful reserves within authority or makes claim recommendations concerning reserve changes to manager
- Negotiates and settles claims either directly or indirectly
- Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information
- Adheres to Fair Claims Practices regulations
- Participates in special projects and assists other team members as needed
- Travel to mediations, trials, and conferences as required
Benefits
- All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
- We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
