Senior Trial-Prep Liability Claims Examiner

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

Job summary

Greater New York Insurance Companies is seeking a Senior Claim Examiner for its Trial Prep Unit in New York. You will handle complex litigated general liability and property damage claims, determine coverage, direct investigations, and work with defense counsel to prepare cases for trial.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with several years of experience in premises liability and litigated files. Travel locally may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• CPCU, AIC, SCLA and other designations preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of premises liability claim experience.
• Minimum 5 years handling litigated files.
• Minimum 5 years NY Labor Law knowledge (if handling NY claims).
• 2+ years handling other complex claims such as wrongful death, mold, drownings.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify coverage throughout the life of a claim.
• Review and analyze various documents relevant to the claim.
• Conduct factual investigation directly or with investigators.
• Maintain accurate and complete file notes.
• Maintain current diary system and proper reserves.
• Settle and negotiate settlements.
• Coordinate with defense counsel to develop strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Insurance designations

Tools

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Job description

Greater New York Insurance Companies is seeking a Senior Claim Examiner for its Trial Prep Unit in New York. You will handle complex litigated general liability and property damage claims, determine coverage, direct investigations, and work with defense counsel to prepare cases for trial.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills, with several years of experience in premises liability and litigated files. Travel locally may be required.