Sr. Claims Analyst - Environmental Claims

UAN Allied World National Assurance Company; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and DisabilityInsurance

401k matching plan

Group Term Life Insurance

Job summary

Allied World is seeking a claims professional in New Jersey with a focus on Environmental claims. You will efficiently manage a heavy claims load, analyze coverage, draft positions, and coordinate with insureds, brokers and defense counsel to resolve matters.

Responsibilities include establishing reserves, reporting trends to management, handling litigation, and collaborating with underwriting, finance, actuarial, and IT teams. Some travel is required and licensing compliance is necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years handling Environmental claims or background as Environmental Consultant/Engineer with on-site clean-up and work plan evaluation experience.
• Four-year college degree is required.
• Knowledge of claims, legal and coverage issues in all U.S. jurisdictions.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong technical skills and writing experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, internet research.
• Ability to analyze coverage, draft letters, interact with counsel, and negotiate within delegated authority.
• Compliance with multi-state adjuster licensing requirements.
• Some travel required.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages.
• Promptly analyze coverage, draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manage litigation by interacting with insureds, brokers, defense counsel, underwriters and other parties.
• Establish timely and appropriate reserves and report claim developments and trends to claims and underwriting management.
• Represent Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations.
• Work with underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations and technology on projects as requested.
• Prepare claim summaries and other reports for management.
• Prepare Executive Claim reports and present on a quarterly basis to senior executives.
• Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers.
• Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings.

Skills

Environmental claims

Negotiation

Writing

MS Office

Coverage analysis

Travel

Licensing compliance

Client interaction

Education

Four-year college degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Take the next step in your career with us. Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge. We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training and mentoring programs. Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.

Job Responsibilities:

• Efficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages.
• Promptly analyze coverage, draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manage litigation by effectively interacting with insureds, brokers, defense counsel, underwriters and other parties as required.
• Establish timely and appropriate reserves and regularly report claim developments and trends to claims and underwriting management.
• Represent Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations.
• Work with other areas of the Company including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations and technology on projects as requested.
• Prepare claim summaries and other reports as necessary for management.
• Prepare Executive Claim reports and present on a quarterly basis to senior executives.
• Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers.
• Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years handling Environmental claims, or a background as an Environmental Consultant/Engineer with on-site clean-up and work plan proposal evaluation experience.
• Four-year college degree is required.
• Knowledge of claims, legal and coverage issues in all U.S. jurisdictions.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong technical skills and writing experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, internet research.
• Ability to accurately and timely analyze coverage, draft coverage position letters and interact and collaborate with counsel regarding litigation and coverage strategies, negotiate and resolve claims and otherwise act within the scope of delegated authority.
• Compliance with multi-state adjuster licensing requirements.
• Some travel required.

The salary range for this role is between: The salary range for this role is between: $90,000 - 120,000

The annualized base pay range is a broad range based on analysis of similar positions in the market. The actual base pay for the position may be above or below the listed range and determined by a number of considerations, including but not limited to complexity, location, and scope of the role, along with experience, skills, education, training, and other conditions of employment.

Base salary represents one component of Allied World’s comprehensive total reward package, which may also include annual incentive compensation rewards.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental and Disability Insurance
• a company match 401k plan
• Group Term Life Insurance

Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working at Allied World

Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:

• Instant membership in the Allied World - a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources

Global Presence Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.

Take the next step in your career with us. Allied World is the perfect spot for driven professionals who thrive on collaboration and knowledge. We believe that when our talented team members work together, our clients get the best results. We celebrate diverse perspectives and offer growth opportunities through training, mentoring, and career development. Our people are our greatest asset, and we're proud of our exceptional team.