AVP, D&O Claims

Allied World; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Group term life insurance

Job summary

Allied World in Farmington, CT seeks an experienced Claims professional to investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims across D&O, fiduciary, crime, and other professional lines. You will collaborate with underwriting, finance, actuarial, and operations to deliver superior service to clients and brokers.

The role requires formal education including a four-year degree and preferably a JD, with extensive knowledge of insurance claims and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years’ experience handling liability insurance claims.
• JD strongly preferred; four-year college degree required.
• Deep knowledge of D&O, fiduciary, crime, and professional lines claims.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage a heavy claims load across accounts and coverages.
• Analyze coverage, draft positions, and work with counsel on litigation strategy.
• Meet with clients/brokers and prepare claim summaries for management.

Skills

Claims handling

Negotiation

Communication

Legal writing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Take the next step in your career with us.

Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.

We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs.

Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.

Job Summary

Investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims made against the Company’s insurance policies including public and private D&O, fiduciary, crime, and other professional lines policies. Engage in collaborative projects in support of other areas of the company, including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations, and technology. Provide superior service to all customers, whether internal or external.

Job Duties

• Efficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages. Promptly analyze coverage,draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manage litigation by effectively interacting with insureds, brokers, defense counseland other parties as required. Establish timely and appropriate reserves and regularly report claim developments and trends to claims and underwriting management. RepresEfficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages. Promptly analyze coverage, draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manageent Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations.
• Work with other areas of the Company including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations and technology on projects as requested. Prepare claim summaries and other reports as necessary for management.
• Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers. Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings.

Job Requirements

• At least 7 years’ experience handling liability insurance claims or related relevant experience.Experience handling specialty lines claims is preferred.Four-year college degree is required, but J.D. is strongly preferred.
• Substantial knowledge of issues underlying insurance claims with a concentration on D&O, fiduciary, crime, and other professional lines claims.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Some technical writing experience.Proficient with Microsoft Office products, internet research and typing.
• Ability to accurately and timely analyze coverage and instruct and collaborate with counsel regarding litigation strategy and claim resolution and resolve claims and otherwise act within the scope of delegated authority.

Special Requirements

Work requires the ability to quickly and accurately read, comprehend, analyze and produce written materials and to use a computer for long periods of time. Some travel required.

The salary range

for this role is between:

$115,000 – 140,000

The annualized base pay range is a broad range based on analysis of similar positions in the market. The actual base pay for the position may be above or below the listed range and determined by a number of considerations, including but not limited to complexity, location, and scope of the role, along with experience, skills, education, training, and other conditions of employment. Base salary represents one component of Allied World’s comprehensive total reward package, which may also include annual incentive compensation rewards.

Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance.

Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected bylaw.

Working at Allied World

Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:

• Instant membership in the Allied World — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources

Global Presence

Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.