AVP, Casualty Claims — Strategic Leader in Agribusiness

Berkley Agribusiness (a Berkley Company); Urbandale (IA); Presencial; USD 150 000 - 210 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Berkley Agribusiness in Urbandale, IA is seeking an AVP, Casualty Claims to provide strategic leadership for the commercial casualty claims organization, including liability and auto claims. You will drive claims operations, quality, compliance, and talent development in alignment with underwriting and product management.

The role requires 10+ years of complex casualty and litigation experience, strong leadership, and the ability to mentor and retain talented staff while collaborating with

Qualificações

• Minimum 10+ years of progressive commercial property and casualty claims experience.
• Experience with complex casualty and litigation management.
• Proven leadership ability to develop, mentor, and retain talent.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage the Casualty Claims function, establishing and executing strategies that support organizational goals.
• Oversee complex, high-severity, and litigated casualty claims, providing direction on coverage, liability, reserving, settlement, and defense strategies.
• Manage litigation activities, including oversight of defense counsel, legal strategy, and claim resolution efforts.
• Monitor claims performance, quality, and operational metrics, driving continuous improvement and accountability across the team.
• Provide technical expertise and collaborate with underwriting and product management on coverage language, policy development, and risk management initiatives.
• Lead talent acquisition, coaching, development, and performance management for claims staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and reinsurance reporting obligations.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to enhance profitability, improve customer outcomes, and support strategic business initiatives.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Claims leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Insurance or related field

Ferramentas

MS Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Berkley Agribusiness in Urbandale, IA is seeking an AVP, Casualty Claims to provide strategic leadership for the commercial casualty claims organization, including liability and auto claims. You will drive claims operations, quality, compliance, and talent development in alignment with underwriting and product management.

The role requires 10+ years of complex casualty and litigation experience, strong leadership, and the ability to mentor and retain talented staff while collaborating with