Senior CA Workers' Comp Claims Strategist

Summit Consulting; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid Time Off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Commuter benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Job summary

NIIC National Interstate Insurance Company seeks a California Senior Workers' Comp Claims Specialist to manage complex claims, determine liability and negotiate settlements. You will lead investigations, coordinate coverage decisions, and supervise staff as needed in a high-stakes environment.

Required are a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 13+ years of P&C claims experience, and strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, risk management, or related field; professional designation preferred (AIC).
• Minimum 13 years of property and casualty claims handling experience.
• Expert knowledge of insurance policies, coverage and claims procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manages a large inventory of highly complex claims to evaluate compensability/liability.
• Leads investigations to confirm coverage and determine liability and damages.
• Analyzes and negotiates settlements and reserves within authority.
• May attend arbitrations, mediations or trials.
• Communicates coverage and settlements clearly to insureds, claimants and partners.
• Authorizes payments within authority limits and ensures timely disbursement.
• Maintains detailed claim files with all correspondence and reports.
• May mentor staff and participate in talent decisions for direct reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management and Insurance, Finance, or related field

Job description

NIIC National Interstate Insurance Company seeks a California Senior Workers' Comp Claims Specialist to manage complex claims, determine liability and negotiate settlements. You will lead investigations, coordinate coverage decisions, and supervise staff as needed in a high-stakes environment.

Required are a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 13+ years of P&C claims experience, and strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.