P&C Litigation Specialist
P&C Litigation Specialist
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Job Description
Company Details
At Berkley Human Services a Berkley Company we insure those who serve others. We are devoted to meeting the needs of Human Services Organizations. We insure both nonprofit and forprofit social service organizations such as child daycare sheltered workshops group homes senior citizen centers senior independent living schools counseling services YMCAs YWCAs and Boys & Girls Clubs.
Our insurance policies are written through our Berkley affiliates each of which is rated A (Superior) by A.M. Best Company with a Financial Category of XV. We offer property and casualty coverages designed for the unique operational aspects of social service organizations. Our Human Services Program dates back to 1989 and has continuously evolved to meet the unique needs of the market we serve.
Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced dynamic creative and collaborative insurance professional who wants to join us in creative outside the box solutions to meet our customers needs when faced with challenging claims. These include professional liability general liability sexual abuse and highexposure personal injury claims. This individual is expected to exercise significant judgment but will work within a highly collaborative team that most enjoys the problemsolving aspects of our work
The position includes performing all claim duties associated with the investigation evaluation litigation management and resolution of all claims assigned. Caseload will have a heavy emphasis on litigated claims.
- Understands and can apply coverage for the claims assigned. Issues appropriate RORs and disclaimers.
- Conducts the necessary investigation to determine coverage liability and damages.
- Evaluates negotiates and settles assigned claims within authority granted or seeks authority for those claims in excess of authority. Files assigned will consist of coverage dispute complex claims and litigation including high severity General Liability Professional Liability Abuse or Molestation Transportation catastrophic injury and premises bodily injury and property damage.
- Assigns and actively directs independent adjusters as well as defense attorneys. Complies with defined best practices and litigation management guidelines.
- Keeps claim files maintained in a consistent and organized manner diaries are kept current and reserves are constantly assessed for adequacy throughout the life of the claim.
- Complies with reinsurance and client reporting guidelines.
- Issues loss and expense payments properly and on a timely basis.
- Attends settlement conferences and mediations.
- Reviews and recommends attorneys for approved attorney panel.
- Occasional travel may be out of town requiring overnight stay.
May perform other functions as assigned
Qualifications
- Law degree AIC CPCU or other industry coursework preferred.
- Complies with state adjuster licensing where applicable.
- Minimum 810 years claimhandling experience; prior management of complex claims preferred.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Good relationship and communications skills.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of claim regulations and laws in applicable jurisdiction(s).
Education
Bachelors degree from fouryear college or university; J.D. preferred.
Additional Company Details
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including:
Base Salary Range: $110k$135k
Benefits include Health dental vision dental life disability wellness paid time off 401(k) and profitsharing plans
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the scope complexity and location of the role; the skills education training credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Additional Requirements
We require employees to be in a physical office four days a week if there is a Berkley office with available space within 50 miles of your residence.
Sponsorship Details
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
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