Remote Senior Claim Litigation Strategist

Hastings Insurance Company; Alton (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Generous paid time off

Tuition and professional development

Incentive compensation opportunities

Job summary

Hastings Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Claim Litigation Specialist to join its Legal team in a full-time capacity. You will manage complex coverage and high-exposure claims, including litigated and non-litigated matters, and work with attorneys, insureds, claimants, and other stakeholders to develop effective strategies.

Responsibilities include evaluating coverage, establishing reserves, negotiating settlements, and participating in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible property and casualty claims experience.
• Experience in complex coverage issues and high-exposure matters.
• Active professional designation or pursuit preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of complex coverage and high-exposure claims, including litigated and non-litigated matters, from investigation through resolution.
• Investigate and evaluate claim exposures, analyze applicable policy coverage, and develop appropriate claim handling and settlement strategies.
• Collaborate with defense counsel, insureds, claimants, attorneys, and other involved parties to support effective litigation management and claim resolution.
• Establish, evaluate, and maintain appropriate claim reserves based on exposure, anticipated costs, and potential settlement or litigation outcomes.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings as necessary.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely claim documentation in accordance with company procedures, established guidelines, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify potential indicators of fraud and coordinate appropriate referrals to the Special Investigations Unit.
• Serve as a technical resource to other claims professionals on complex coverage matters, reserving, litigation strategies, and settlement evaluations, providing guidance and mentorship as appropriate.
• Collaborate with internal departments to communicate relevant claim developments, emerging trends, and potential areas of exposure.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

Proficiency with claims management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field

Tools

Claims management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hastings Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Claim Litigation Specialist to join its Legal team in a full-time capacity. You will manage complex coverage and high-exposure claims, including litigated and non-litigated matters, and work with attorneys, insureds, claimants, and other stakeholders to develop effective strategies.

Responsibilities include evaluating coverage, establishing reserves, negotiating settlements, and participating in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials.