Senior Commercial Claims Manager

Starrcompanies; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance, seeks a Claims Manager for Commercial Casualty to oversee claims managed by TPAs and actively handle a diverse inventory of primary and excess claims across jurisdictions. The role emphasizes prompt coverage analysis, liability assessment, and reserve evaluations to support underwriting and risk management.

The ideal candidate has a JD (preferred) or a Bachelor's degree with 7–10 years in general liability claims or related litigation, strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; JD preferred but not required.
• 7–10 years of experience handling general liability claims or relevant litigation experience.
• Experience evaluating complex coverage issues for CGL policies.
• Experience working with and managing TPAs.
• Demonstrated success managing litigation and negotiating claims involving property damage and bodily injury.

Responsibilities

• Oversee claims managed by a Third Party Administrator and manage an active inventory of primary and excess claims.
• Perform coverage analyses, investigate liabilities and defenses, and evaluate reserves.
• Audit claims systems and participate in on-site visits.
• Attend mediations and trials to negotiate settlements as needed and provide cost-effective resolutions.
• Provide timely information to underwriters, actuaries, and reinsurers regarding potential losses.

Skills

General liability claims

Litigation management

TPA management

Communication skills

Organization / time management

Proactive

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance, seeks a Claims Manager for Commercial Casualty to oversee claims managed by TPAs and actively handle a diverse inventory of primary and excess claims across jurisdictions. The role emphasizes prompt coverage analysis, liability assessment, and reserve evaluations to support underwriting and risk management.

The ideal candidate has a JD (preferred) or a Bachelor's degree with 7–10 years in general liability claims or related litigation, strong