Sr Claims Specialist (Specialty Risk)

greatwestcareers; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Paid education

Vacation and leaves

Job summary

Great West, an Old Republic Company, is seeking a Senior Claims Specialist within its Risk Management group to build and maintain relationships with insureds and third party administrators, guiding claims processes and settlements.

The role emphasizes litigation, negotiation, and risk management, with travel for mediations and client visits. Flexible/hybrid schedules and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex, litigated transportation claims or other claims related experience in commercial liability, preferably in commercial auto claims.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with insured's in-house claims departments or third party administrators to guide and direct the insured's claims process and settlements.
• Conduct claim reviews and establish case evaluations for LOC purposes; ensure reserve adequacy on excess losses; focus on risk management and mitigation.

Skills

Claims management

Litigation experience

Negotiation

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Job description

This position offers the option of a hybrid work schedule based out of South Sioux City, NE, Arlington, TX, Boise, ID, Bloomington, IN or Knoxville, TN.

**Position may be eligible for fully remote work, depending on candidate qualifications.

We are currently hiring for a Senior Claims Specialist in our Risk Management group.Your primary responsibility is to build relationships with insured's in-house claims departments or third party administrators.You will also guide and direct our insured's claims process and settlements, conduct claim reviews, monitor and assess prospective insured's claims supervision capabilities,and establish case evaluations for LOC purposes. In addition, you would ensure reserve adequacy on excess losses. Strong emphasis is placed on risk management and mitigation at a high level.

To be successful in this position, you will need:

• Experience in managing complex, litigated transportation claims or other claims related experience in commercial liability, preferably in commercial auto claims.
• Experience working with third party administrators or insured's claims department
• Exceptional litigation, negotiation, problem solving and mediation experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills is required.
• Knowledge of evaluating injury knowledge.
• Able to travel for mediations, customer visits and seminars.

Why work for us?

We offer you a challenging career with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Flexible schedules for a stable work-life balance
• Company paid continuing education and monetary awards for professional development.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and leaves of absence, including maternity/paternity leave.
• Opportunities to impact the organization through participation in committees.
• Support of healthy lifestyles through a wellness program and gym subsidies.

Who We Are

At Great West, an Old Republic Company, we are dedicated to serving the people and businesses that keep America moving. As one of the nation's leading providers of insurance solutions for the trucking industry, we partner with drivers, fleets, agents, and customers to deliver exceptional service, innovative solutions, and trusted expertise. Our success is built on the strength of our employees, with more than 1,200 professionals working across the country who are committed to integrity, collaboration, and making a difference every day.

We believe that great people build great companies. That's why we foster a culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally. Whether you're helping customers, supporting business operations, or supporting your team, your contributions matter. If you're looking for a career with a stable, respected organization that prioritizes customer service, teamwork, continuous learning, and employee well-being, we invite you to join Great West as we help keep the nation's economy moving forward, one mile at a time.

please visit www.orgreatwest.com

Great West is an Equal Opportunity Employer