Senior Litigation Specialist - Construction Defect

Berkley; Scottsdale (AZ); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Claims Litigation Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on construction defect claims and requires a wealth of experience in commercial general liability claims examination. You will manage litigated claims from inception to closure, ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders. The company values professional growth and offers a range of benefits, including flexible work arrangements and comprehensive insurance coverage. If you have a passion for the insurance industry and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401(k) Program

Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

On-site Fitness Center

Qualifications

• 20+ years of insurance experience with a focus on commercial general liability.
• Strong analytical skills for policy language and loss facts.

Responsibilities

• Handle advanced-level litigated claims in a paperless environment.
• Analyze policy language to determine coverage and draft complex correspondence.

Skills

Commercial General Liability Claims Examination

Coverage Analysis

Effective Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Report Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Windows-based Programs (Word, Excel, Email)

Job description

Company Details

As an elite Excess and Surplus Lines market, Nautilus Insurance Group offers commercial property and casualty insurance solutions to appointed wholesale surplus lines producers countrywide. We have specialized in providing these solutions for more than 35 years.

We have more flexible policy terms and premium rates on a non-admitted basis. Our focus is on small to medium Property and Casualty risks on both an admitted and a non-admitted basis.

Our offerings are distributed through partnerships with appointed wholesale surplus lines producers. Our relationships are defined by mutual success, speed to market, customer-centric focus, and an expanded appetite.

Coverage placed by Nautilus Insurance Group is provided by Nautilus Insurance Company and Great Divide Insurance Company, both W. R. Berkley Corporation members with A.M. Best (Superior) A+ XV ratings.

Benefit Highlights:

• Paid Parental Leave! At Nautilus, we offer Childbirth Recovery Leave as well as Primary Caregiver Leave, for up to a maximum of 12 weeks of paid leave.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options, along with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) choices.
• We help our employees feel secure by providing a 401(k) program, profit sharing, stock purchase plan, life insurance, and travel accident insurance options.
• One of our core values is “Committed to Serve” and these aren’t idle words. We provide every employee one paid day off per year to volunteer at a local charity.
• We support professional growth through Tuition Assistance and Industry-Related Education and Exam programs.
• Employees are eligible for special cell phone service discounts with Verizon and AT&T. We also participate in the Plum Benefits program offering access to travel and entertainment discounts.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• On-site newly renovated fitness center - free for employees, with yoga and other classes available for a nominal fee.

Responsibilities

Nautilus Insurance is seeking a Senior Claims Litigation Specialist focusing on construction defect claims.

The Senior Litigation Specialist’s role includes handling advanced-level, primarily litigated, commercial third-party general liability losses in a “paperless” environment. Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.

• Reviews and sets up new loss assignments promptly, in line with Department guidelines and best practices.
• Establishes initial loss and expense reserves, regularly evaluating their adequacy and accuracy.
• Analyzes policy language and loss facts to determine coverage.
• Drafts complex coverage correspondence, including reservation of rights and disclaimers, complying with state laws.
• Prepares detailed correspondence to insureds, claimants, attorneys, agents, and regulators.
• Manages litigated claim files from inception to closure, including coverage, liability, and damage investigations, and executing appropriate plans of action.
• Documents all claim activity clearly, including strategies and exit plans.
• Demonstrates advanced coverage analysis, investigation, evaluation, and negotiation skills.
• Manages outside vendors, including defense counsel, experts, and adjusters.
• Participates in discussions and presents loss facts to peers and management.
• Prepares regular detailed reports, including Large Loss Reports.
• Monitors caseloads using various resources.
• Maintains required state adjuster licenses and continuing education.
• Serves as a technical resource, mentoring and sharing knowledge within the Department.
• Provides training to interns and others as needed.
• Participates in projects and initiatives across departments and companies.
• Communicates effectively with management and other departments.
• Attends seminars and training, providing feedback to peers and management.

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Qualifications

• At least twenty (20) years of insurance experience, with a strong background in commercial general liability claims examination and coverage analysis.
• Intermediate knowledge of Windows-based programs, including Word, Excel, and Email.
• Ability to analyze and interpret business periodicals, journals, procedures, or regulations.
• Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and manuals.
• Effective in presenting information and responding to questions from various groups.
• Capable of responding to inquiries or complaints from customers, agencies, or the business community.
• Excellent verbal communication skills over the phone.

Additional Company Details

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from external agencies. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, with actual compensation based on role scope, skills, experience, and other factors.