Senior Claims Specialist
Jersey, NJ - USA
Job Summary
Company Details
W. R. Berkley Corporation founded in 1967 is one of the nations premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. Founded in 2004 Berkley Environmental has underwriting and account executive units in seven regions. Berkley Environmental offers an array of coverages for virtually all classes traditionally known to have environmental liability exposures on both an admitted and non-admitted basis. We provide a comprehensive portfolio of commercial property casualty insurance automobile liability and workers compensation along with claim services providing expertise to meet the unique business needs of our customers.
This position can be located in one of the following offices Jersey City NJ (preferred) Chicago IL Philadelphia PA or Boston MA
Key functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Complete coverage analysis
- Conduct the necessary investigation either by phone or through independent adjusters to determine coverage liability and damages.
- Evaluate negotiate and settle assigned property damage or severe GL and/or complex bodily injury claims within authority granted or seek authority for those claims in excess of authority.
- Resolve coverage disputes with insureds and agents
- Prepare coverage opinion letter
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree preferred
- At least 10 years relevant industry GL claim handling experience
- Multi state experience required
- Litigation experience required
- Ability to work independently while assimilating various technical subjects.
Additional Company Details
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role include:
Base Salary Range: $110000-$160000
Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus.
Benefits: Health Dental Vision Life Disability Wellness Paid Time Off 401(k) and Profit-Sharing 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.
Sponsorship Details
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Berkley is a leader in commercial lines insurance, with over 60+ specialized businesses - each with deep expertise in an industry, product, or regional niche.