Senior Casualty Claims Strategist

Everest; New Jersey; On-site; USD 119,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee wellness program

Life and disability insurance

401k match

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Everest is seeking an experienced claims professional or attorney to join the Casualty Claims team. The role handles a broad range of auto, general liability, and excess/umbrella claims.

You will review coverage issues, investigate liability and damages, manage outside counsel, and prepare case summaries for matters with significant reserves or litigation. A base salary range is provided with extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of claims handling experience or legal experience.
• B.A. or B.S. required; JD helpful but not required.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and investigation skills.
• Ability to think strategically and influence others.
• Knowledge of litigation, arbitration, and trial processes.
• Currently holds or can obtain required adjuster licenses.

Responsibilities

• Review complex coverage issues and prepare coverage position letters.
• Investigate, analyze, and evaluate liability and damages for claim resolution.
• Manage outside counsel throughout the life of a claim.
• Prepare case summaries for matters involving reserves or litigation.
• Establish timely case reserves based on exposure and developments.
• Develop and execute claim handling and resolution strategies.
• Negotiate and resolve claims within authority and objectives.
• Attend trials, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate trends and risk insights to underwriters and stakeholders.
• Support client relationships and business development.

Skills

Claims handling

Legal experience

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD helpful but not required

Job description

Everest is seeking an experienced claims professional or attorney to join the Casualty Claims team. The role handles a broad range of auto, general liability, and excess/umbrella claims.

You will review coverage issues, investigate liability and damages, manage outside counsel, and prepare case summaries for matters with significant reserves or litigation. A base salary range is provided with extensive benefits.