Senior Claims Director: Complex & Specialty Coverage

AXIS (AXIS Capital); Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 230,000; 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 Senior Claim Director, Specialty Complex Claims to lead our North America Claims team and report to the Head of Specialty Complex Claims. The role involves direct handling of complex coverage issues, developing litigation strategies, and managing outside counsel across multiple lines of business.

The ideal candidate will bring 7–10+ years in claims management, a law degree, and strong collaboration skills with underwriting, actuarial, and senior management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of claims management experience with diverse coverage issues and litigation.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Law degree and active bar admission in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Directly handle complex coverage issues and evaluate liability and damages.
• Manage coverage disputes, including litigation/arbitration.
• Formulate claims strategies and manage outside counsel and costs.
• Provide guidance on coverage issues to North America Claims teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with general counsel, underwriting, actuarial, and management.

Skills

Claims management

Leadership

Legal background

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Law degree

Job description

AXIS Capital is seeking a Senior Claim Director, Specialty Complex Claims to lead our North America Claims team and report to the Head of Specialty Complex Claims. The role involves direct handling of complex coverage issues, developing litigation strategies, and managing outside counsel across multiple lines of business.

The ideal candidate will bring 7–10+ years in claims management, a law degree, and strong collaboration skills with underwriting, actuarial, and senior management.