Senior Liability Claim Specialist

Landstar; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Landstar is seeking a claims professional to investigate auto accident claims involving medium to high severity, applying relevant laws and evaluating liability and damages. You will analyze complex facts and support timely resolutions while contributing to high-level claims strategy within a dynamic environment.

Onsite in Jacksonville, FL, with a Monday–Friday schedule, the role offers growth opportunities and close work with defense counsel, CMS, and regulatory processes as part of a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• At least 3 years of litigation claims experience.
• Current 6-20 all lines license required.

Responsibilities

• Review information and identify involved parties and exposures after confirming insurance coverage.
• Obtain, verify, and preserve documents to formulate liability and damages decisions.
• Assign vendors and experts for specific assignments as needed.
• Monitor adequacy of all claim reserves and adjust within authority.
• Make timely liability decisions and set appropriate strategy for resolution.
• Work closely with defense counsel to direct litigation activity and respond to discovery.
• Participate in arbitrations, mediations, settlements, and trials, including travel.
• Document claim activity in the claims management system.
• Report high exposure files to senior management and excess insurers.
• Submit information to CMS/Medicare, ISO, and flag fraud indicators.

Skills

Interpret contracts

Legal terms understanding

Office software

Claims management systems

Risk assessment

Communication to management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

3 years of litigation claims experience

6-20 all lines license

Tools

Claims management systems

ISO systems

ExamWorks

ARMS

Job description

What is Landstar?

Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry's most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.

Location: Onsite in Jacksonville, FL

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

What work will you perform?

In this role, you will investigate and evaluate auto accident claims involving medium to high severity first- and third-party bodily injury and property damage tied to a Landstar entity. You'll be responsible for analyzing complex facts, applying relevant laws and regulations, and driving fair, timely claim resolutions. This position plays a critical role in managing risk and protecting the organization while ensuring equitable outcomes for all parties involved. This is an excellent opportunity for a claims professional looking to grow their career by taking on more complex files, expanding their legal and analytical skill set, and gaining visibility into high-level claims strategy within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review initial information and identify involved parties and potential exposures after confirming insurance coverage available
• Obtain, verify, and preserve documents and discovery items to formulate liability and damages decisions while considering applicable rules and laws of the accident venue
• Assign vendors and experts for specific assignment as needed.
• Monitor adequacy of all claim reserves; adjusting within authority level or notify management of needed increase
• Make timely liability decisions and set appropriate strategy for resolution
• Work closely with defense counsel to direct litigation activity, adequacy of resolution strategy, and respond timely to litigation discovery requests. (Requests for Admission, Request for Production and Interrogatories).
• Participate in arbitrations, mediations, settlement conferences and trials when requested, which may include out of state and overnight travel
• Ensure claim activity, reserves, and payments are timely documented within the claims management system
• Work closely with management on potential high exposure claims and files in litigation, and timely identify and report high exposure files to senior management and excess insurers
• Submit information timely to CMS/Medicare, ISO, OFAC, MVTIS, etc and identify fraud indicators for submission to SIU

Required Minimum Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• 3 years of litigation claims experience
• Current 6-20 all lines license

Preferred Experience and Education:

• 5 years litigation claims experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to interpret contracts and Commercial Auto/Trucking policies relating to Auto, GL, UM/UIM, and PIP/No-Fault claims
• Understand and apply tort and contractual law and moderate to superior understanding of legal terms, civil procedures, and concepts
• Proficient with technology to include all Microsoft Office products, claims management systems, and external sites such as ISO, ExamWorks, ARMS, etc.
• Ability to quickly recognize potential risk exposures resulting from accidents and demonstrated sound judgment and decision-making abilities
• Ability to write captioned management reports that conform to prescribed style and format
• Ability to effectively present information to senior management, claims committees, or other professional groups

• Ability to analyze monthly key performance indicators and address deficiencies

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Why work at Landstar?

Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.

Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.

If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!

Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to [e-mail].

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