Contract Complex Claims Specialist, Professional Liability

Hiscox; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

Hiscox is seeking a Temporary Contract Complex Claims Specialist—Professional Liability to support mid- to high-severity claims from inception through resolution. This individual contributor role involves handling Allied Healthcare, Architects & Engineers, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability matters, coordinating with outside experts, counsel, and internal partners.

With a defined assignment, you will draft sophisticated coverage letters, assess claim documentation, and drive defense

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Professional Liability and/or Specialty or Financial Lines claims-handling experience.
• A JD from an ABA accredited law school may be considered as a supplement to claims handling experience.
• Proven ability to positively affect complex claims outcomes through investigation, negotiation and effectively leading litigation.
• Advanced knowledge of Professional Liability coverage principles and litigation/negotiation skills.
• Must hold, or be able to obtain before handling applicable claims, all adjuster licenses required by the jurisdictions covered by the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Adjust complex, mid- to high-severity Professional Liability claims across Allied Healthcare, Architects & Engineers, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability in all phases of litigation.
• Draft complex coverage letters, including reservation of rights and denial letters, with minimal supervision.
• Review and analyze claim documentation and legal filings.
• Drive litigation best practices to lead defense strategy on litigated files.
• Identify emerging exposures, claim trends, and cross-line issues affecting Professional Liability portfolios.

Skills

Professional liability claims handling

Litigation management

Negotiation

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Hiscox is seeking a Temporary Contract Complex Claims Specialist—Professional Liability to support mid- to high-severity claims from inception through resolution. This individual contributor role involves handling Allied Healthcare, Architects & Engineers, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability matters, coordinating with outside experts, counsel, and internal partners.

With a defined assignment, you will draft sophisticated coverage letters, assess claim documentation, and drive defense