Senior Complex Pro Liability Claims Specialist (Contract)

Hiscox; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Hiscox is seeking a Temporary Contract Complex Claims Specialist—Professional Liability to join our US Claims team. This individual contributor will handle mid- to high-severity claims on an interim basis, coordinating with external and internal partners across the organization.

You will oversee inception through resolution of Allied Healthcare, Architects & Engineers, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability matters, draft coverage letters, analyze filings, and support litigation strategy while

Qualifications

• 5+ years in professional liability or specialty/financial lines claims-handling.
• JD from ABA-accredited school may supplement claims experience.
• Ability to influence complex claims outcomes through investigation and negotiation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and resolve complex mid- to high-severity professional liability claims.
• Draft complex coverage letters, including reservation of rights and denials.
• Review claim documentation and legal filings for accuracy.
• Lead litigation strategy on litigated files with limited supervision.
• Share expertise and support teammates during the assignment.
• Investigate, negotiate, and use ADR to affect positive outcomes.
• Identify emerging exposures and cross-line issues in Professional Liability.
• Identify suspected fraudulent claims and coordinate with SIU.
• Document files thoroughly per policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Professional Liability

Litigation Negotiation

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

BA/BS degree

Job description

Hiscox is seeking a Temporary Contract Complex Claims Specialist—Professional Liability to join our US Claims team. This individual contributor will handle mid- to high-severity claims on an interim basis, coordinating with external and internal partners across the organization.

You will oversee inception through resolution of Allied Healthcare, Architects & Engineers, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability matters, draft coverage letters, analyze filings, and support litigation strategy while