Claim Specialist II, Construction Defect

Markel Corporation; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Markel Group seeks a Claims Examiner II to analyze coverage, investigate losses, and draft positions across jurisdictions. You will handle property and bodily injury claims up to $250,000 and may represent Markel in mediations, while maintaining strong customer service for insureds.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with 3 days in office and 2 days remote; base salary ranges from $60,300 to $100,500 with a 12% bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2–3 years’ experience in commercial construction.
• Claims adjuster license required or eligible.
• Completion of basic insurance courses or designation (INS, IEA, AIC, ARM, SCLA, CPCU).
• Knowledge of the insurance industry or claims handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze coverage and communicate coverage positions.
• Investigates loss facts and extent of damages.
• Drafts coverage position letters and evaluates exposure.
• Handles claims in multiple jurisdictions up to $250,000 for property and bodily injury.
• Represents Markel in mediations when required.
• Provides excellent customer service to insureds.

Skills

Claims analysis

Coverage determination

Investigation coordination

Negotiation

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it.The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! This position will be responsible for the resolution of moderate complexity and moderate exposure Construction claims in multiple jurisdictions. The position will have increased responsibility for decision making within their authority and work under general direction from their manager.ResponsibilitiesAnalyzes coverage and communicates coverage positionsConducts, coordinates, and directs investigation into loss facts and extent of damagesConfirms coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claimsDrafts coverage position lettersEvaluates information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of insured's exposureHandles claims in all jurisdictionsHandles litigated and non-litigated property damage claims with values up to $250,000Handles non-litigated bodily injury claims with values up to $250,000 in all jurisdictions;Handles smaller product liability and/or construction defect claims.Identify losses which should be reported to SIU.Participates in special projects or assists other team members as requestedProvides excellent and professional customer service to insureds while maintaining a high level of production.Represents Markel in mediations, as requiredSets reserves within authority or makes recommendations concerning reserve changes to managerQualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent work experienceMust have or be eligible to receive claims adjuster licenseSuccessful completion of basic insurance courses or achievement of industry designation (INS, IEA, AIC, ARM, SCLA, CPCU)Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in commercial construction or equivalent combination of education and experienceKnowledge of insurance industry or claims handling preferred.Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The salary for the position is $60,300 to $100,500 with a 12% bonus potential.#LI-Hybrid#deib#piqUS Work AuthorizationUS Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.Pay information:The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The national average salary range for the Claims Examiner II is $62,400 - $85,800 with 12% incentive.Who we are:Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for betterWe enjoy the everyday | We think furtherWhat’s in it for you:In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.Are you ready to play your part?Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.Caution: Employment scamsMarkel is aware of employment-related scams where scammers will impersonate recruiters by sending fake job offers to those actively seeking employment in order to steal personal information. Frequently, the scammer will reach out to individuals who have posted their resume online. These "job offers" include convincing offer letters and frequently ask for confidential personal information. Therefore, for your safety, please note that:All legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on Markel Careers. No other URL should be trusted for job postings.All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses.We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to [e-mail] is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the [e-mail] agencies please.