Management Liability Claims Lead: D&O & EPL

AXIS (AXIS Capital); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Job summary

AXIS Capital is seeking a Claims Specialist in Management Liability to investigate and evaluate complex claims, determine coverage, and guide settlement strategies. You will work with insureds, brokers, and partners across North America, traveling to mediations and trials as needed.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, strong litigation experience, and excellent written and verbal communication to manage high‑visibility assignments and drive outcomes for AXIS clients.

Qualifications

• Hold a Juris Doctorate.
• Litigation experience or management.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to operate in high-visibility, deadline-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Handle Management Liability claims including D&O, EPL, and related lines.
• Determine claim valuations and settlement strategies.
• Travel to mediations and interact with AXIS partners.
• Escalate coverage concerns to internal teams and external attorneys.
• Develop claims and litigation strategies; supervise external counsel.
• Support underwriting inquiries with data analysis and risk assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and update systems.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written expression

Litigation management

Dispute resolution

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

AXIS Capital is seeking a Claims Specialist in Management Liability to investigate and evaluate complex claims, determine coverage, and guide settlement strategies. You will work with insureds, brokers, and partners across North America, traveling to mediations and trials as needed.

The role requires a Juris Doctorate, strong litigation experience, and excellent written and verbal communication to manage high‑visibility assignments and drive outcomes for AXIS clients.