Claims Manager, Construction

Markel; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Claims Manager to lead a team of Senior Claims Examiners. This pivotal role involves managing construction defect and property damage claims, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess extensive claims handling experience, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and a robust benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact in the insurance sector.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Floating Holidays

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of claims handling experience required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of claims examiners and oversee claims processing.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Claims Practices regulations.

Skills

Claims Handling

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

JD or Advanced Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 managing a team of Senior Claims Examiners and Claims Examiners II, handling a wide variety of low to moderately high exposure construction defect and construction property damage liability primary and excess claims. This position will report to the Director of Construction claims and be responsible for conveying the organization’s objectives and priorities to staff and measure progress towards stated goals.

Responsibilities

• Confirm coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claims
• Direct and monitor assignments of new loss activity for construction defect and construction property damage liability claims
• Review and approve correspondence and reports including coverage position letters and Large Loss Reports
• Review and approve reserves and settlements in excess of theauthority of the handling specialist
• Make recommendations concerning reserve changes to Director or Senior Management
• Participate in review and discussion of large loss activity inthe construction book with interested stakeholders (Underwriting, Actuarial, Executive Management)
• Ensure that team adheres to Fair Claims Practices regulations and internalperformanceobjectives
• Assess and evaluate individual specialist and team performance, provide feedback and develop training needs
• Prepare and distribute reports by collecting and summarizing information
• Assist in preparation of budgets, evaluation of expenses and assess resource needs
• Foster and encourage strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Underwriting, Actuarial)
• Promote and enhance strong relationships with customers and channel partners
• Participate in special projects as requested
• Travel to other claim offices, mediations, trials, and conferences as required

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• JD, advanced degree, or focused technical degree a plus

Certification

• Must have or be eligible to receive claims adjuster license
• Successful achievement of industry designations (INS, IEA, AIC, ARM, SCLA, CPCU) or
• I-Lead or other Management Training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of claims handling experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successful completion of 5 years as a Senior Claims Specialist or Executive Claims Specialist a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer service
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word)
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Strong desire for continuous improvement
• Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.

US Work Authorization

US 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 salary for the position is $90,500 - $150,900K with a 25% bonus potential.

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 better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’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?

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