Senior Litigation Claims Examiner – Trial Prep

Greater NY Insurance Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Job summary

Greater NY Insurance Companies in New York, NY, seeks a Senior Trial Prep Unit Claim Examiner to manage complex litigated general liability, bodily injury, and property damage claims. You will oversee coverage reviews, investigations, and develop defense strategies for potential trials.

This role requires 6+ years handling premises liability and litigated files, plus familiarity with NY Labor Law when applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; designations preferred (CPCU/AIC/SCLA).
• Minimum 6 years handling premises liability claims.
• Minimum 5 years handling litigated files.
• Minimum 5 years experience and NY Labor Law understanding if NY claims.
• Minimum 2 years handling other complex claims (e.g., wrongful death, mold).
• Ability to direct defense counsel and think independently in litigated files.
• Familiarity with ImageRight and Guidewire a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify coverage throughout the life of a claim.
• Review and analyze contracts, leases, records, and other documents.
• Conduct factual investigations and maintain file notes.
• Set reserves and make fair, timely settlement determinations.
• Negotiate settlements and coordinate with defense counsel.
• Prepare cases for trial and attend mediations; manage discovery and motions.
• Travel occasionally, maintain licenses as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Urgency

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPCU

AIC

SCLA

Tools

ImageRight

Guidewire

Job description

Greater NY Insurance Companies in New York, NY, seeks a Senior Trial Prep Unit Claim Examiner to manage complex litigated general liability, bodily injury, and property damage claims. You will oversee coverage reviews, investigations, and develop defense strategies for potential trials.

This role requires 6+ years handling premises liability and litigated files, plus familiarity with NY Labor Law when applicable.