Claims Examiner III

If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem‑solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

Job Responsibilities

• Confirms coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claims.
• Analyzes coverage and communicates coverage positions.
• Conducts, coordinates, and directs investigation into loss facts and extent of damages.
• Directs and monitors assignments to experts and outside counsel.
• Evaluates information on coverage, compensability, and medical management to determine the extent of the insured's exposure.
• Sets reserves within authority or makes claim recommendations concerning reserve changes to manager.
• Focuses on driving claims to a resolution with an emphasis on returning the injured back to work.
• Evaluates, negotiates, and settles claims when appropriate.
• Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information.
• Adheres to Fair Claims Practices regulations and internal Claims Quality Performance Objectives.
• Participates in special projects or assists other team members as requested.
• Attends all state‑specific trainings as scheduled.
• Travels to mediations, trials, and conferences as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a business‑related field preferred; equivalent insurance industry experience may be substituted.
• California Claims Examiner Certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer service and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Ability to analyze complex coverage, liability, compensability, and medical‑management issues and make sound claim decisions.
• Strong negotiation and decision‑making skills.
• US Work Authorization required (Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future).

Pay Information

The salary range for this position is $82,250 – $171,450. The posted range reflects the lowest and highest base salary applicable across U.S. locations; individual offers are determined based on geographic location, experience, qualifications, internal equity, and other job‑related factors. This position may also be eligible to participate in the company's annual incentive plan.

Who We Are

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) is a Fortune 500 holding company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, providing insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations worldwide. We’re all about people, we win together, and we strive for better.

Benefits

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

• Multiple health, dental, and vision insurance plan options.
• Optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match contributions.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• PTO, corporate holidays, and floating holidays.
• Parental leave.