Complex Casualty Claims Specialist

Jonus Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Full medical benefits

Lucrative 401k with company match

Job summary

Jonus Group is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Complex Casualty Claims Specialist to join our claims team in New York. This role focuses on investigation, evaluation, and resolution of high-severity excess casualty claims, including complex liability, multi-party litigation, and large-loss scenarios.

You will analyze coverage and liability exposures for excess layers, coordinate with underlying carriers and defense counsel, participate in mediations and settlement discussions, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of casualty claims handling experience, with focus on complex liability.
• Bachelor's degree required; JD or CPCU/ARM designation a plus.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple high-severity claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of complex casualty claims from initial assignment through resolution.
• Analyze coverage and liability exposures for excess layers, coordinating with underlying carriers and defense counsel.
• Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and litigation strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, and legal teams to assess risk and loss trends.
• Provide timely reserving recommendations and updates.
• Prepare detailed reports and updates for senior claims leadership and reinsurers as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Claims handling

Litigation management

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD or CPCU/ARM designation

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Complex Casualty Claims Specialist to join our claims team. This role is responsible for the investigation, evaluation, and resolution of high-severity and high-exposure excess casualty claims, including those involving complex liability, multi-party litigation, and large-loss scenarios. The ideal candidate has a strong background in excess casualty claims handling and brings a strategic, analytical approach to claims resolution.

Compensation:

• $140,000 - $170,000/year (based on experience)
• Annual bonus potential
• Full medical benefits
• Lucrative 401k with company match

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of complex casualty claims from initial assignment through resolution, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze coverage and liability exposures for excess layers, including coordination with underlying carriers and defense counsel.
• Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and litigation strategy discussions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including underwriting, actuarial, and legal teams to assess risk and loss trends.
• Provide timely and accurate reserving recommendations and updates.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients, and third-party administrators (TPAs).
• Prepare detailed reports and updates for senior claims leadership and reinsurers as needed.

Requirements

• 8+ years of casualty claims handling experience, with a focus on complex liability claims.
• Deep understanding of general liability, umbrella/excess coverage forms, and litigation management.
• Experience with construction, environmental, transportation, products liability, or other high-exposure industries is preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high-severity claims in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree required; JD or CPCU/ARM designation a plus.

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