Casualty Claims Examiner - Construction Defect: Concepts in Staffing

Casualty Claims Examiner - Construction Defect / 80-100K+ Atlanta / Global P&C Re/Insurance Co.

This is a new position for the organizations US Headquarters in downtown Atlanta, GA 30326

Global P&C Re/Insurance Co. / to 100K, excellent bonus, outstanding benefits, great location (Buckhead area).

Open, quiet professional work environment, very collaborative and team oriented; great work life balance.

**The key skill/profile for this position is a candidate with 50% of assignments being construction defect **

MUST have 10 (or more) years of solid experience handling complex casualty claims. Must have Construction Defect experience (at least 50% of claims), including Public Entity Liability, Transportation, and other specialty areas experience; Self Insurance Retention.

Position Description:

Under limited technical direction, investigates, evaluates and resolves complex, moderate to high value construction liability claims. Works within specific limits of authority on assignments requiring significant technical expertise. In compliance with claims policies and guidelines, reviews coverage, coordinates and completes investigations, directs litigation efforts, evaluates liability and compensability, and negotiates settlements to prompt and equitable resolution.

Performs a combination of the following duties and others as assigned in accordance with departmental guidelines:

1. Reviews and analyzes more complex or unusual policy coverages and

assess applicability of coverage to claims submitted, escalating

issues as necessary.
2. Sets reserves and authorizes payment within scope of authority,

provides recommendations above authority levels and effectively

concludes claims in a cost effective manner. Insures timely issuance of

disbursements.

3. Coordinates and performs investigations including contact with insureds, claimants, witnesses and retained experts. Evaluates claims and suits based on investigation and concludes accordingly.
4. Utilizes negotiation and technical skills to develop and implement complex

settlement strategies.
5. Identifies claims with third party recovery potential and coordinates those

recoveries.
6. Coordinates efforts with underwriters, attorneys, account representatives,

agents, and insureds as needed regarding the handling and/or disposition

of more complex claims.
7. Analyzes claims exposures and prepares reports for management as

needed.
8. Updates the claims system notes and financials.
9. Provides guidance and assistance to other claims staff and functional

areas as necessary.
10. Keeps current on state/territory regulations and issues as well as

industry activity and trends.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

MINIMUM of 10 (or more) years of solid casualty claims experience with significant, five plus years, construction liability experience a must.

Candidates should possess:
1. Strong knowledge of the insurance industry, claims, and the insurance

environment.
2. A functional and developing knowledge of California legal

statutes and procedures along with a multi-state working knowledge.
3. A thorough functional knowledge and skill of Construction Liability claims handling.

4. Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills including the ability to engage underwriters, insured’s and their brokers in a courteous and professional manner.
5. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
6. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make critical business

decisions effectively.
7. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business related

software.

Education and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

2. Minimum 10 years casualty claims experience with at least 5 years experience handling construction liability claims.
3. Ability to work effectively and independently in a team oriented

environment.

4. Professional Designations preferred.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include accountability for a pending of approximately 120 - 140 claims. Candidate will possess the ability to evaluate coverage and exposures, formulate strategies for the resolution of those claims, direct defense counsel’s efforts and assure compliance with the Company’s Litigation Management guidelines. Candidate must be willing to travel to trials and mediations as needed in order to monitor and negotiate high complex claims to resolution.

How to apply: If you are interested in this exciting and challenging career opportunity, please submit your resume, including previous comp and expected comp, as well as your reasons for seeking a new position at this time, by email to: mbell@cisny.com