Claims Manager

Eames Consulting; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance consultancy is seeking an experienced Claims Manager to take ownership of complex claims related to inland marine and cargo. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of leadership experience and strong negotiation skills, with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. This role involves managing all aspects of claims handling, including investigations and litigations, providing coverage interpretation, and drafting detailed coverage letters. Great opportunity to advance your career within a reputable company.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in claims management.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to resolve complex situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Secure and maintain appropriate state adjuster license(s).
• Handle complex commercial lines claims and determine reserving levels.
• Investigate inland marine, cargo and transportation claims.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Eames Consulting has partnered with a leading P&C insurance carrier looking to add an experienced Claims Manager. This role offers the chance to take ownership of complex Inland marine, cargo, transportation and litigated claims. This is a great opportunity to advance your career with a leading P&C insurance carrier.

Responsibilities & Essential Functions:

• Secure and maintain appropriate state adjuster license(s).
• 5+ years leadership experience
• Handle complex commercial lines claims, including higher severity exposures.
• Investigate inland marine, cargo and transportation claims, including coverage determination and evaluation of loss exposures.
• Determine appropriate reserving levels
• Exercise significant limits of authority, discretion, and independent judgment in claim handling.
• Identify potentially suspicious claims and ensure proper investigations.
• Provide coverage interpretation and draft detailed positional coverage letters.
• Manage all aspects of claims, including informal hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and claims litigation.
• 7–10 years of Commercial Lines claims experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent experience);
• Strong negotiation skills with ability to resolve complex situations while maintaining relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft and present clear coverage positions.
• Knowledge of statutes, regulations, and case law related to claims.

If you’re a commercial claims professional ready to take the next step, I’d love to hear from you.

Reach out to me directly via email at [e-mail] to learn more.