Technical Claim Director - MCU CGL/Casualty Claims

The Jonus Group; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Jonus Group seeks a Technical Claim Director for its Casualty Major Case Unit. The role directs high-exposure bodily injury and property damage claims nationwide (excluding NY), blending analytic leadership with strategic resolution planning.

The position is hybrid—three days per week onsite—requiring a strong background in general liability, exceptional written skills, and the ability to collaborate with underwriting, defense counsel, and management on complex cases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or related field.
• JD with relevant insurance coverage or defense litigation is a plus.
• 8+ years of relevant legal or insurance experience with general liability claims.
• Experience with high-exposure bodily injury and property damage claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-exposure, complex bodily injury and property damage claims across the U.S. (excluding New York).
• Conduct thorough fact investigations, coverage analyses, injury/damages evaluations, and litigation management.
• Develop and implement claim resolution strategies, including independent handling of mediations and trials.
• Select, retain, and direct defense counsel for litigated cases.
• Collaborate with underwriting teams on industry trends, case law, and statutory developments.
• Lead special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel for mediations and trials as necessary.

Skills

Investigation

Strategic claim handling

Writing & communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration/insurance

Juris Doctorate (JD) with relevant insurance coverage or defense litigation

Job description

Technical Claim Director - Casualty Major Case Unit

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Claim Director to join a Casualty Major Case Unit. This role involves managing high-exposure, complex bodily injury and property damage claims across the United States (excluding New York). The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in general liability claims, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to develop and implement effective claim resolution strategies. This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week onsite.

Compensation Package

• Base Salary: $130,000 - $180,000 (depending on experience) + bonus opportunities
• Competitive benefits package, 401(k), paid time off, professional development opportunities, etc.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-exposure, complex bodily injury and property damage claims across the U.S. (excluding New York).
• Conduct thorough fact investigations, coverage analyses, injury/damages evaluations, and litigation management.
• Develop and implement claim resolution strategies, including independent handling of mediations and trials.
• Select, retain, and direct defense counsel for litigated cases.
• Collaborate with underwriting teams on industry trends, case law, and statutory developments.
• Lead special projects and other duties as assigned.
• Occasional travel for mediations and trials as necessary.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or a related field. A Juris Doctorate with relevant insurance coverage or defense litigation experience is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal or insurance-related experience with general liability claims.
• Expertise:
• Extensive experience handling general liability claims involving bodily injury and property damage with significant exposure under both primary and excess policies.
• Strong knowledge of case law, statutes, and procedures impacting general liability claims.
• Experience with claims involving various insurance risks and policies (e.g., construction, premises liability, security, marine).
• Skills:
• Proactive investigation and strategic claim-handling abilities.
• Strong risk transfer identification and pursuit skills.
• Superior writing and communication skills for effective collaboration with insureds, claimants, underwriters, and management.