Senior Claims Specialist- Construction (Open to Remote)

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Responsibilities

• Analyzes coverage and communicates coverage positions
• Conducts, coordinates, and directs investigation into loss facts and extent of damages
• Confirms coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claims
• Contributes to maintenance of claims guidelines and best practice procedures
• Coordinates loss information for business stakeholders and presents information during meetings with underwriters and/or insureds when applicable
• Delivers technical training to colleagues and external contacts as appropriate
• Directs and monitors assignments to experts and outside counsel, ensures effective vendor and litigation management on moderate to high complexity claims including demonstrable savings
• Evaluates information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of insured's exposure
• Negotiates and settles claims typically in litigation either directly or indirectly
• Participates in special projects or assists other team members as requested
• Prepare coverage position letters on matters typically in litigation without assistance of outside coverage counsel.
• Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information
• Present at roundtables to senior claims leaders and underwriters on cases going to trial
• Provides timely service throughout the life cycle of the claim by meeting all service level agreements, initiating timely contact to all appropriate parties, and responding to incoming inquiries according to company policy and procedures.
• Sets reserves within authority or makes claim recommendations concerning reserve changes to manager
• Travel to mediations, trials, and conferences as required

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• JD , advanced degree, or focused technical degree a plus

Certification

• Must have or be eligible to receive claims adjuster license.
• Successful achievement of industry designations  (INS, IEA, AIC, ARM, SCLA, CPCU) or
• Participation in industry training opportunities (CLM Claim College, Munich Re Training, FDCC, etc.)

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of claims handling experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successful completion of 3 years as a Claims Examiner

Skill Sets

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast paced environment
• Experience in negotiation, mediations and monitoring trials
• Ability to influence claims stakeholders and to effectively direct claims strategy
• Strong litigation management skills are required including the ability to provide direction and guidance to defense attorneys and other experts while controlling expenses.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer service
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word)
• Knowledge of tort and contract law
• Strong desire for continuous improvement

US Work Authorization

• US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Pay information:

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The national average salary for the Senior Claims Specialist, Construction is $83,600 - $110,760 with 25% bonus potential.