Public Entity Claims Director — Lead Complex Liabilities

Berkley Public Entity (a Berkley Company); Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness program

Paid time off

401(k)

Profit sharing

Job summary

Berkley Public Entity (BPE) is seeking a Director, Claims - Public Entity in Morristown, NJ to lead review, oversight and handling of professional liability, general liability and auto claims for public entities. This individual contributor role requires a strong background in liability claims and a proven ability to manage relationships with insureds, brokers and TPAs.

The position emphasizes leadership in complex litigation strategy, reserve setting, and cross-functional collaboration across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 10+ years of commercial liability claims experience required.
• Public Entity experience, preferred.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strong business relationships with insureds, agents, brokers, and TPAs.
• Litigation experience necessary.
• Strong experience handling Professional Liability, with knowledge of General Liability and Auto.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills; communication style flexible to the situation.
• Calm under pressure; excellent organizational skills, integrity, and follow-through; collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate risk transfer opportunities in contracts and certificates.
• Evaluate claims for coverage, liability, and damages; negotiate settlements.
• Communicate with insureds, brokers and TPAs to obtain claim information.
• Set reserves within authority or advise supervisor on reserve changes.
• Direct litigation counsel through trial; manage complex litigation strategy.
• Prepare timely reports on significant claim developments.
• Lead audits of TPAs to ensure adherence to claims guidelines.
• Collaborate across underwriting, marketing and senior management.
• Contribute to business development; participate in renewals and marketing events.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Berkley Public Entity (BPE) is seeking a Director, Claims - Public Entity in Morristown, NJ to lead review, oversight and handling of professional liability, general liability and auto claims for public entities. This individual contributor role requires a strong background in liability claims and a proven ability to manage relationships with insureds, brokers and TPAs.

The position emphasizes leadership in complex litigation strategy, reserve setting, and cross-functional collaboration across