Senior Casualty Claims Leader - Hybrid

AXIS (AXIS Capital); Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Diverse and inclusive environment

Career growth opportunities

Social impact initiatives

Job summary

AXIS Capital is seeking a seasoned Claim Manager – Casualty Programs to lead our North America Claims team. You will report to the Head of North America Programs Claims and guide a team responsible for casualty program claims and TPA oversight, with emphasis on New York Labor Law.

The role involves shaping strategy, managing personnel, ensuring rigorous claims handling, and collaborating across units to optimize outcomes for AXIS clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of claims management experience in Casualty or Specialty Lines.
• Juris Doctor preferred.
• Strong leadership and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage claims including investigation, analysis, and evaluation of coverage, liability, and damages.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and direction to direct reports and TPA/contractor adjusters.
• Recruit, hire, and develop top talent; implement succession plans.
• Review claims to determine loss nature, coverage, and scope; guide settlements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external partners as the lead contact for claims.
• Collaborate with the Specialty Complex Claims team on coverage disputes and related litigation/arbitration matters.
• Escalate coverage issues and assign outside coverage counsel when warranted.
• Formulate claims and litigation strategies; direct outside counsel and manage costs.
• Mentor and coach direct reports; collaborate with HR for development.
• Demonstrate best-in-class claim handling; align with AXIS values.

Skills

Leadership

Claims management

Litigation knowledge

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

TPA oversight

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

AXIS Capital is seeking a seasoned Claim Manager – Casualty Programs to lead our North America Claims team. You will report to the Head of North America Programs Claims and guide a team responsible for casualty program claims and TPA oversight, with emphasis on New York Labor Law.

The role involves shaping strategy, managing personnel, ensuring rigorous claims handling, and collaborating across units to optimize outcomes for AXIS clients and stakeholders.