Claims - Surety Fidelity Team Leader

About the role

The Surety Fidelity Team Leader position is within the Surety Fidelity Claims department at The Cincinnati Insurance Companies. This position is located in Fairfield, OH, and offers relocation packages for eligible candidates relocating to Fairfield, OH. Remote candidates are also considered.

Responsibilities

• Positively coach and mentor Surety Fidelity Litigation Specialists
• Promote proactive file handling in all areas of surety fidelity claim loss adjustment
• Support upper management's efforts to innovate and improve our daily claims handling processes
• Build strong professional relationships with agents, insureds, legal counsel, vendors, and other CIC business units
• Participate in mediations, seminars, field unit meetings and complete other tasks as needed
• Develop and lead training courses for both field and HQ-based associates pertaining to surety fidelity claims

Requirements

• Preferred five years of experience handling complex, high-exposure surety fidelity claims
• Preferred five years of experience handling surety fidelity litigation claims
• The ability to engage and develop associates, set clear expectations, and promote accountability
• A clear track record of detailed, proactive file investigation and file management
• Experience supervising bad faith litigation
• A working knowledge of state surety fidelity claims handling rules and regulations
• Expert knowledge of surety fidelity coverage forms
• An exhibited ability to evaluate and apply accurate coverage interpretations
• A proven track record of positive associate, unit, and departmental support

Qualifications

• Preferred Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Preferred CPCU, AIC, AIM designations, or other relevant education

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Proactive problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 annually, with the pay determined based on education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $120,000- $180,000 annually. The pay determination is based on the applicant’s education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Schedule

Full-time position.