Senior Pro Liability Claims Examiner: Complex Claims

Markel Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401(k) with employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Markel is seeking a claims professional to handle moderate to high complexity professional liability claims from inquiry through liability assessment and resolution. The role requires negotiation, coverage analysis, and coordination with defense counsel to mitigate indemnity and expense exposure.

Travel to client sites may be required. Responsibilities include analyzing coverage, communicating developments to stakeholders, and training/mentoring other team members.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional liability claims or litigation experience preferred.
• College degree and/or professional designation required; JD preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Sound comprehension of insurance coverage posed by professional liability policies.
• Ability to analyze and convey summations of complex issues, both verbally and in writing.
• Travel required as necessary (approximately 10%).

Responsibilities

• Investigate, negotiate and settle complex primary and excess policy miscellaneous professional liability claims.
• Investigate and analyze coverage under primary and excess professional liability insurance policies; draft routine and complex coverage correspondence.
• Manage litigation filed nationwide against insureds; appoint and manage defense counsel; work toward expeditious and economical resolution of claims.
• Communicate with underwriting as needed to manage claims and alert of significant developments.
• Provide information on pertinent issues affecting the miscellaneous professional liability product line to Claims Manager.
• Collaborate with team, summarize complex issues, and develop action plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Caseload management

Travel readiness

Education

College degree or JD

Job description

Markel is seeking a claims professional to handle moderate to high complexity professional liability claims from inquiry through liability assessment and resolution. The role requires negotiation, coverage analysis, and coordination with defense counsel to mitigate indemnity and expense exposure.

Travel to client sites may be required. Responsibilities include analyzing coverage, communicating developments to stakeholders, and training/mentoring other team members.