Senior Professional Liability Claims Leader (Hybrid)

RLI Insurance Company; Peoria (IL); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Hybrid work

401(k)

Paid time off

Health benefits

Fitness benefits

Job summary

RLI Insurance Company in Peoria, IL, seeks a Senior Claims Professional to handle professional liability claims, including E&O and Architects & Engineers (A&E), and to assess coverage and reserves.

The role emphasizes fair, expeditious resolutions, opportunities for risk transfer, and collaboration with underwriters and management. A bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or related field with 5+ years of claims experience is typical; JD is preferred for attorney backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or related field with 5+ years of claims experience.
• JD preferred for attorney background in claims handling.
• Strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Proactively handle professional liability claims, including E&O and A&E, to achieve fair and economical payouts.
• Assess coverage issues and issue appropriate letters and documentation.
• Complete timely investigation of claims and reserve appropriately.
• Pursue risk transfer opportunities and address indemnity issues.
• Attend mediations, settlements, and trials as warranted.

Skills

Professional liability claims

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, insurance, or related field

JD preferred

Job description

RLI Insurance Company in Peoria, IL, seeks a Senior Claims Professional to handle professional liability claims, including E&O and Architects & Engineers (A&E), and to assess coverage and reserves.

The role emphasizes fair, expeditious resolutions, opportunities for risk transfer, and collaboration with underwriters and management. A bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or related field with 5+ years of claims experience is typical; JD is preferred for attorney backgrounds.