Senior Liability Claims Strategist (Litigation & Coverage)

Partnership Employment; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Partnership Employment in the United States seeks an experienced Liability Claims Examiner to oversee all stages of liability claims for homeowners, landlord, businessowners, and umbrella policies. The role emphasizes claim strategy, oversight of investigations, and coordination with outside counsel, with New York claims experience strongly preferred.

The Examiner will direct investigations, determine coverage and reserves, and manage settlements and litigation Strategy, while field adjusters

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of liability claims handling experience.
• Experience managing litigated liability claims strongly preferred.
• State-specific Adjuster License as required.
• Experience working with outside defense counsel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and confirm insurance policy coverage for liability claims.
• Direct and oversee claim investigations conducted by Independent Adjusters and other professionals.
• Analyze liability, damages, coverage issues, and potential exposure to determine appropriate claim strategy.
• Manage claims from initial investigation through resolution, including both litigated and non-litigated matters.
• Assign and oversee Independent Adjusters, defense counsel, experts, and other outside resources as needed.
• Manage litigated claims and maintain ongoing oversight of outside defense counsel.
• Monitor defense counsel’s strategy, progress, recommendations, and legal expenses.
• Evaluate litigation exposure and make appropriate recommendations regarding claim resolution.
• Establish, review, and modify claim reserves based on the development of the claim.
• Maintain timely claim diaries and ensure appropriate follow-up and documentation.
• Lead claim negotiations and settlement discussions and authorize payment and settlement requests within applicable authority.
• Manage adjustment and litigation expenses.
• Ensure claims are handled in accordance with applicable state regulations, insurance laws, administrative requirements, and company guidelines.
• Attend mediations, trials, depositions, and other legal proceedings as required.
• Analyze and respond to consumer complaints and insurance department inquiries.
• Collaborate on special Claims Department and company-wide projects.
• Assist other Claims Examiners during catastrophes, vacations, medical leave, or periods of increased workload.
• Maintain current knowledge of liability claims practices, insurance regulations, litigation trends, and applicable state requirements.
• Effectively manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining timely claim handling and quality service.
• Utilize claims management systems and other technology to document, track, and manage claims.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Decision making

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Collaboration

Customer service focus

Education

State-specific Adjuster License

Tools

Claims management systems

Job description

Partnership Employment in the United States seeks an experienced Liability Claims Examiner to oversee all stages of liability claims for homeowners, landlord, businessowners, and umbrella policies. The role emphasizes claim strategy, oversight of investigations, and coordination with outside counsel, with New York claims experience strongly preferred.

The Examiner will direct investigations, determine coverage and reserves, and manage settlements and litigation Strategy, while field adjusters