Management Liability Claims Specialist

IAT Insurance Group; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 PTO Days + 12 holidays

7% 401(k) match

Profit sharing opportunities

Health care and wellness programs

Bonuses potential

Educational assistance

Job summary

IAT Insurance Group is seeking a Management Liability Claims Specialist, located at any IAT office with a hybrid schedule. The role covers EPL, D&O, fiduciary, and crime claims for private and non‑profit clients, with exposure to complex litigation and coverage analysis.

You will manage defense counsel, negotiate settlements, monitor budgets, and report loss development. Travel is minimal, licenses required, and a strong customer service mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of management liability claims experience (including handling employment liability practices, directors & officers’ liability and fiduciary liability coverages) or equivalent
• Equivalent experience is defined as 9+ years of relevant claims experience, specifically claims involving litigation.
• Excellent coverage analysis skills with experience in drafting coverage position correspondence
• Experience handling litigated files and direction of defense counsel
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Must be willing to travel, average 1 day a month
• Claims Licensure as required by respective state(s)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to organize, multi-task and prioritize work
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze data, utilize sound judgment to draw conclusion and make supported decisions
• To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require, now or in the future, VISA sponsorship for employment purposes
• Preferred To Have
• CPCU and other insurance related studies

Responsibilities

• Handle Management Liability Claims (EPL, D&O, Fiduciary and Crime) for Private and Non-Profit businesses based on Claim Guidelines
• Analyze, investigate, negotiate and resolve all levels of severity claims within authority limits
• Select and manage defense counsel including budget approvals
• Develop litigation/file disposition strategy and attend mediations, settlements and trials
• Verify/analyze applicable coverage for reported claims
• Follow policies and procedures including compliance, regulatory and performance standards
• Prepare reports including Large Loss Reports reflecting loss development and exposure
• Establish 24-hour contact with all stakeholders throughout the claim life cycle
• Identify and address recovery/contribution/SIU opportunities
• Set accurate/timely loss/expense reserves per guideline
• Draft correspondence including coverage letters as required
• Support business partners on claim/underwriting issues and marketing meetings
• Maintain resident/nonresident adjuster licenses as required
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Qualifications include excellent communication and organizational skills

Job description

IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for a Management Liability Claims Specialist that can be located in any of our IAT locations. This role works a hybrid schedule from an IAT Office. The hybrid schedule reflects our values (thinking and acting like an owner, collaboration, and teamwork) as it requires working from the office with colleagues and other disciplines Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working Thursday and Friday remotely.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for handling Management Liability Claims (EPL, D&O, Fiduciary and Crime) for Private and Non-Profit businesses based on Claim Guidelines
• Within authority limit, thoroughly analyze, investigate, negotiate and resolve all levels of severity claims
• Selects, directs and manages defense counsel including approval of budgets
• Develops litigation/file disposition strategy. Attends mediations, settlement conferences and trials
• Verifies/analyzes applicable coverage for the reported claims
• Follow operational policies and procedures, including compliance, regulatory and performance and customer service standards
• Prepare reports, including Large Loss Reports, to management which accurately reflects loss development, potential/actual financial exposure, coverage issues, claim and recovery strategies
• Establishes 24-hour contact and maintain appropriate contact with all involved stakeholders throughout the life of the claim file
• Identifies and addresses recovery/contribution/SIU opportunities
• Sets accurate/timely loss/expense reserves in compliance with Claim Guidelines.
• Drafts correspondence, including but not limited to, coverage letters to stakeholders as required
• Support business partners on an as needed basis on various claim and underwriting related issues and marketing meetings
• Maintains resident/nonresident adjuster licenses as required
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of management liability claims experience (including handling employment liability practices, directors & officers’ liability and fiduciary liability coverages) or equivalent
• Equivalent experience is defined as 9+ years of relevant claims experience, specifically claims involving litigation.
• Excellent coverage analysis skills with experience in drafting coverage position correspondence
• Experience handling litigated files and direction of defense counsel
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Must be willing to travel, average 1 day a month
• Claims Licensure as required by respective state(s)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to organize, multi-task and prioritize work
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze data, utilize sound judgment to draw conclusion and make supported decisions
• To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require, now or in the future, VISA sponsorship for employment purposes

Preferred To Have

• CPCU and other insurance related studies

Compensation

Please note, that the annual gross salary range associated with this posting is $60,600 – $95,700. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and geographical location related to this specific role. The total compensation will include a base salary, performance-based bonus opportunities, 401(K) match, profit-sharing opportunities, and more.

To view details of our full benefits, please visit https://www.iatinsurancegroup.com/careers/benefits

Insurance Answers Together® is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers.

At IAT, we’re committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture for all. Our employees propel IAT forward – driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. That’s why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.

We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Like

• 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
• 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
• Hybrid work environment
• Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
• Healthcare and Wellness Programs
• Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
• College Loan Assistance Support Plan
• Educational Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Dress for Your Day Policy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.