Job Description
Senior Complex Claims Specialist - Professional Liability & Specialty Severity
Job Summary
Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Complex Claims Specialist to join a dynamic and forward-thinking Claims team. This role focuses on handling high-severity primary Professional Lines claims, including Miscellaneous Professional Liability, A&E, Allied Health, and Media claims, from inception to resolution. As a key contributor, will provide technical expertise, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and mentor team members to ensure superior claims handling and outcomes.
Compensation Package
- Salary Range: $140,000 - $170,000 annually
- Bonus Structure: Up to 10% of base salary
- Benefits: Competitive benefits package, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.
Responsibilities
- Manage high-severity claims and draft complex technical coverage analyses and correspondence.
- Act as a subject matter expert within the team, providing guidance and mentorship to colleagues.
- Lead litigation processes, negotiate settlements, and utilize alternative dispute resolution methods to achieve positive outcomes.
- Identify and address emerging exposures and claims trends.
- Collaborate with underwriting and other business units to enhance product innovation and claims handling processes.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate and detailed claim documentation.
- Develop and deliver training content for claims team members and underwriters.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years in Professional Liability and/or Specialty claims handling.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required; JD from an ABA-accredited law school preferred.
- Proven ability to manage high-severity claims and lead litigation processes effectively.
- Expert knowledge of Professional Liability coverage and litigation processes.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and train team members.
- Adjuster licensing required or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
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