Senior Claims Director - Liability Construction Defect

01460 Continental Casualty Company; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

CNA is seeking a senior claims leader to manage the most complex liability construction defect claims and to set strategy with senior leadership. This role requires extensive expertise in coverage, liability, and damages, with nationwide scope and a flexible hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 10 years of claims experience, strong leadership, and the ability to guide large teams and external counsel in high-stakes matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; professional designations preferred.
• Strong claims resolution, negotiation and communication skills.
• High-level analytical ability and ability to manage multiple complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manages the most complex investigations of claims, including coverage defenses, liability and damages exposures.
• Determines if a major claim should be settled or litigated and implements an appropriate strategy.
• Effectively manages loss costs and claim expenses on major claims.
• Directs all types of investigative activity or litigation on major claims and ensures timely reserves.
• Collaborates with staff counsel or panel attorneys on discovery and litigation strategy.
• Negotiates the most complex settlements to drive cost-efficient outcomes.
• Mentors junior staff and contributes to training and policy development.

Skills

Claims resolution

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Professional designations preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

CNA is seeking a senior claims leader to manage the most complex liability construction defect claims and to set strategy with senior leadership. This role requires extensive expertise in coverage, liability, and damages, with nationwide scope and a flexible hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will bring at least 10 years of claims experience, strong leadership, and the ability to guide large teams and external counsel in high-stakes matters.