Senior Associate Counsel, Bond & Specialty Claims

Travelers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 127,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Travelers Insurance in New York seeks an Associate Sr Claim Counsel to join the Bond & Specialty Insurance team. You will manage moderately complex claims, coordinate with outside counsel, and provide legal guidance to underwriting and staff.

The role emphasizes negotiation, strategic risk management, and collaboration across business units, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and influence outcomes throughout the claims portfolio.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate terms within designated authority.
• Proven time management with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, investigate, and resolve Bond & Specialty claims of moderate severity and complexity.
• Retain, monitor, and manage outside counsel and negotiate settlements.
• Prepare management reports on loss development and financial exposure.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Time management

Relationship building

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Juris Doctor Degree

Job description

Travelers Insurance in New York seeks an Associate Sr Claim Counsel to join the Bond & Specialty Insurance team. You will manage moderately complex claims, coordinate with outside counsel, and provide legal guidance to underwriting and staff.

The role emphasizes negotiation, strategic risk management, and collaboration across business units, with opportunities to mentor junior staff and influence outcomes throughout the claims portfolio.