Senior Claims Examiner, Excess Construction

markelcorp; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 78,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Markel Group seeks a Senior Claims Examiner to resolve moderate to high complexity claims, from coverage enquiry through liability assessment and quantum analysis, with training and mentoring responsibilities for others in the team.

The role requires strong communication, analytical skills, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to engage in mediations and trials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• JD, advanced degree, or focused technical degree a plus.
• Must have or be eligible to receive claims adjuster license.
• Participation in industry training opportunities (CLM Claim College, Munich Re Training, FDCC, etc.).
• Minimum of 7 years of claims handling experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Confirms coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claims.
• Analyzes coverage and communicates coverage positions.
• Prepares coverage position letters and refers suspicious losses.
• Conducts investigations into loss facts and extent of damages.
• Directs and monitors assignments to experts and outside counsel.
• Evaluates information to determine insured's exposure.
• Negotiates and settles claims typically in litigation within authority.
• Represents Markel at mediations, trials, and conferences.
• Assists in training of new hires and coaching within claims department.
• Complies with Claims Handling Guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Autonomy

Negotiation

Litigation management

Customer service

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

JD or advanced degree a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What part will you play? If you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you've found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you'll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We're always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

Join us and play your part in something special!

This position will be responsible for the resolution of moderate to high complexity and moderate to high exposure claims which can be subject to disputes that must be resolved in mediation or litigation. The primary purpose of this job is to handle claims from coverage enquiry through legal liability assessment (where relevant) and quantum analysis, to timely and accurate resolution; ensuring mitigation of indemnity and expense exposure while communicating developments and outcomes as necessary to all internal and external stakeholders. The position will have increased responsibility for decision making within their authority and work with minimal oversight and will provide training and be a technical referral point for other team members.

Job Responsibilities

• Confirms coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claims
• Analyzes coverage and communicates coverage positions
• Prepares coverage position letters on matters (without assistance of outside coverage counsel) and refers suspicious losses to SIU and assist in the investigation and settling of claim.
• Conducts, coordinates, and directs investigation into loss facts and extent of damages
• Directs and monitors assignments to experts and outside counsel
• Evaluates information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of insured's exposure
• Sets reserves within authority or makes claim recommendations concerning reserve changes to manager
• Negotiates and settles claims typically in litigation within authority.
• Presents at roundtables to senior claims leaders and underwriters on cases going to trial and provides advice/insight on others claims going to trial
• Participates in special projects having an impact on the business. May be assigned project lead for larger projects
• Represents Markel at mediations, trials, and conferences
• Pulls and analyzes loss information for business stakeholders and presents information during meetings with underwriters and/or insureds
• Assists in training of new hires and provides assistance, guidance, and coaching to others within claims department.
• Compliance with Claims Handling Guidelines and best practice procedures.

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• JD , advanced degree, or focused technical degree a plus

Certification

• Must have or be eligible to receive claims adjuster license.
• Successful achievement of industry designations (INS, IEA, AIC, ARM, SCLA, CPCU) or
• Participation in industry training opportunities (CLM Claim College, Munich Re Training, FDCC, etc.)

Work Experience

Minimum of 7 years of claims handling experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skill Sets

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast paced environment
• Experience in negotiation, mediations and monitoring trials
• Ability to influence claims stakeholders and to effectively direct claims strategy
• Strong litigation management skills are required including the ability to provide direction and guidance to defense attorneys and other experts while controlling expenses.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer service
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word)
• Knowledge of tort and contract law
• Strong desire for continuous improvement

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US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Pay information:

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The national average salary range for the Senior Claims Examiner is $78,000 - $107,250 with 15% incentive.

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We're all about people | We win together | We strive for better

We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What's in it for you:

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well a