Senior Liability Claims Strategist

Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency (IRMA); Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health and life insurance

Generous time off schedule

Job summary

Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency (IRMA) seeks a Senior Claim Representative for its Liability Department in Illinois. The role involves investigating complex liability and property claims, coordinating with defense counsel, and communicating findings to members and reinsurance partners.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in liability claims handling or litigation, expert claims knowledge, and familiarity with Illinois Tort Immunity Act and 1983 law, plus proficiency in claims software and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in liability claims handling and/or litigation.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Expert liability claims knowledge; strong knowledge of Illinois law, Tort Immunity Act and Section 1983.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complex liability and property claims to determine coverage and reserves.
• Partner with defense counsel to manage litigated claims.
• Prepare reports to excess/reinsurance carriers and discuss findings with stakeholders.
• Attend trials and appear before IRMA board or pool members as needed.
• Conduct training for staff on claims issues and assist team members as back-up supervisor.

Skills

Liability claims knowledge

Customer service

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Claims software

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Intergovernmental Risk Management Agency (IRMA) seeks a Senior Claim Representative for its Liability Department in Illinois. The role involves investigating complex liability and property claims, coordinating with defense counsel, and communicating findings to members and reinsurance partners.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in liability claims handling or litigation, expert claims knowledge, and familiarity with Illinois Tort Immunity Act and 1983 law, plus proficiency in claims software and