Senior Professional Liability Claims Strategist (Contract)

HICIX Hiscox Insurance Company Inc.; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 156,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Hiscox is seeking a contractor to support the Claims team in handling sophisticated professional liability matters. The role involves complex claim resolution, drafting coverage letters, and leading defense strategies with minimal supervision.

Candidate requirements include 5+ years in professional liability claims and strong negotiation and analytical skills; a JD is a plus. This temporary assignment emphasizes rapid adaptation and rigorous documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Professional Liability claims-handling experience.
• A JD from an ABA accredited law school may be considered as a supplement to claims handling experience.
• Proven ability to affect complex claims outcomes through investigation and negotiation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Professional Liability coverage principles and litigation process.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts and resolves complex, mid- to high-severity Professional Liability claims in all litigation phases.
• Drafts complex coverage letters, including reservation of rights and denial letters.
• Reviews claim documentation and legal filings; leads defense strategy on litigated files.
• Documents claim files accurately and communicates exposures and trends to team.

Skills

Professional Liability claims-handling

Litigation negotiation

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

B.A./B.S Degree

Juris Doctor (JD) preferred

Job description

Hiscox is seeking a contractor to support the Claims team in handling sophisticated professional liability matters. The role involves complex claim resolution, drafting coverage letters, and leading defense strategies with minimal supervision.

Candidate requirements include 5+ years in professional liability claims and strong negotiation and analytical skills; a JD is a plus. This temporary assignment emphasizes rapid adaptation and rigorous documentation.