Technical Claim Director - Umbrella Liability (Hybrid)

RLI Insurance Company; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

ESOP

401(k)

Hybrid work arrangements

PTO

Job summary

RLI Insurance Company is seeking a Technical Claim Director to oversee Personal Umbrella Liability claims in a highly technical, file-handling role. The position emphasizes investigation, evaluation, coverage analysis, and strategic claim resolution with no direct supervisory responsibilities.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant legal or technical claims experience, including familiarity with Florida, Texas, and California.

Qualifications

• Education: requires a bachelor’s degree. JD strongly preferred.
• Experience: 8+ years of relevant legal or technical claims experience, with a strong background in handling large exposure third-party liability claims on a primary/excess basis.
• State knowledge: significant experience with policy limit demands in Florida, Texas, and California.
• Independence: ability to excel in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Collaboration: work effectively with primary carriers and defense counsel; umbrella/excess handling knowledge.
• Legal acumen: knowledge of case law, statutes, and procedures impacting liability claims in FL, CA, NY, and TX.

Responsibilities

• Claims Management: Proactively handle Personal Umbrella Liability claims with detailed investigation and monitoring of primary carrier activities.
• Coverage Analysis: Investigate complex coverage issues and write detailed coverage letters as needed.
• Investigation & Evaluation: Conduct timely investigations into liability and damages to identify exposures early.
• Claims Resolution: Focus on effective resolution strategies including liability investigations and reserve setting.
• Best Practices: Adhere to RLI's Best Practices in all claims handling activities.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Independence in fast-paced environment

Collaboration with carriers and counel

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

JD strongly preferred

Job description

RLI Insurance Company is seeking a Technical Claim Director to oversee Personal Umbrella Liability claims in a highly technical, file-handling role. The position emphasizes investigation, evaluation, coverage analysis, and strategic claim resolution with no direct supervisory responsibilities.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant legal or technical claims experience, including familiarity with Florida, Texas, and California.