Claims Specialist, Environmental Pollution

AXA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Arrangements

Family-friendly leave benefits

Diversity initiatives

Job summary

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is seeking a Claims Specialist - Environmental to manage environmental pollution claims across multiple jurisdictions. You will analyze coverage issues, coordinate with counsel, and help set case strategies to resolve matters favorably.

This role requires strong communication, ethics and collaboration in a hybrid work environment. A bachelor's degree is required and JD is preferred; state adjuster licenses and professional designations are a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; JD preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to partner with internal/external counsel and stakeholders to drive outcomes.
• Experience analyzing coverage and managing pollution-related claims is a plus.
• Capable of working in a hybrid work environment and collaborating across teams.

Responsibilities

• Handle site pollution and contractor's professional and pollution claims across jurisdictions; set case strategy with management.
• Partner with internal and external counsel to pursue cost-efficient litigation strategies for litigated claims.
• Coordinate communication with underwriting, brokers, reinsurers, external vendors to ensure high levels of service.
• Consult with management on Large Losses to achieve best outcomes.
• Document claim activity and maintain appropriate reserves in the claim system; generate internal reports.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative approach

Ethics

Results-oriented

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctor (JD) preferred

Job description

Our Claims team sets us apart. Our experienced Claims professionals use their specialized expertise to handle even the most complex claims seamlessly. How do you make a good thing better? You focus on pursuing excellence and creating a culture of continuous improvement. You create an environment that fosters collaboration, customer service and colleague development. And you build a team of passionate and innovative claims experts who see success as a reason to roll up their sleeves and drive for improvement.

As a Claims Specialist - Environmental, you will play a critical role in handling and resolving AXA XL’s claims for the Environmental Pollution team. You will be responsible for analyzing unique coverage issues, proactively collecting and organizing information, ensuring reserve adequacy, mitigating risk exposure, managing litigation, and developing effective resolution strategies. Expect to work closely with your manager and fellow Claims colleagues to drive files to resolution, interacting and collaborating frequently with the Underwriting team. Together, you will be tasked with achieving the best possible outcomes for AXA XL and its clients by resolving and settling claims proactively.

What you'll be DOING

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Handling site pollution and contractor's professional and pollution claims across multiple jurisdictions, analyzing the applicability of coverage to the facts of each claim and setting the case strategy for these claims in partnership with Claims management.
• Partnering with internal and external counsel to set and pursue effective, cost-efficient litigation strategies for litigated claims.
• Coordinating and managing communication with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Underwriting, brokers, reinsurers, external vendors, etc.) to ensure the highest level of customer service. Participation in new account and renewal meetings may be required.
• Consulting with Claims management on Large Losses and ensuring all steps are taken to achieve the best outcome.
• Documenting as necessary claim activity in our claim system in accordance with our Global Claim Handling Principles, which includes the establishment and maintenance of appropriate reserves.
• Producing internal reporting and ensuring that reserves are set according to best practices guidelines. Identifying, monitoring and reporting on emerging liability and coverage trends, leading to data-driven success.

You will report to the Claims Manager– Environmental Pollution, Americas Region.

What you will BRING

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Juris Doctor (JD) preferred
• Claims Technical Expertise: General experience including analyzing coverage and writing coverage position letters. Some experience in the handling and management of Pollution Sites, Contractor's Professional and Pollution Liability, or Construction-related claims preferred.
• Effective communication: Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and negotiation skills. Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at various levels of sophistication.
• Collaborative approach: Develop productive working relationships with insureds, brokers, claim handlers, Underwriters and legal counsel. Seek input from others as needed to achieve the best result possible. Capable of working and collaborating in a hybrid work environment.
• Ethics: Handle responsibilities with integrity and the highest standards of professionalism.
• Passion for results: Approach tasks proactively and anticipate needs. Think quickly and prioritize multiple work streams without sacrificing quality. Act with a sense of urgency.
• Intellectual curiosity: Willing to ask questions and explore new ideas. Eager to learn and focused on continuously improving technical skills.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Possession of state adjuster licenses is preferred. Insurance designation(s) (CPCU, AIC, ARM, SCLA) preferred.

Who WE are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business – property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com.

What we OFFER

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides enterprising compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future.

Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We’re building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.

Applicants for this role must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD $98,300-154,900.

Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as an enterprising retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues’ development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2026.