Commercial Auto/GL Claims Specialist

About the role

The Commercial GL & Auto Claims Specialist position at Amerisure is responsible for handling claims that involve risk transfer, subcontractors, and general contractors. This role offers a hybrid or remote work arrangement, with office visits expected for candidates living near an office location.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate proactively with agencies, policyholders, and internal stakeholders on complex claims.
• Investigate losses, identify coverage, evaluate liability and damages, and review legal pleadings.
• Develop plans to conclude claims, evaluate damages, engage in negotiations, and settle claims according to guidelines.
• Establish and maintain proper reserves for claims to reflect financial exposure.
• Determine and engage external resources as needed to execute resolutions while controlling costs.
• Address contractual indemnifications and additional insured coverage issues.
• Review and interpret commercial insurance policies and communicate coverage issues verbally and in writing.
• Participate on cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues and design/implement solutions to prevent future occurrences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in insurance or a related field.
• At least 6 years of experience handling general liability and/or bodily injury claims of high complexity/severity.
• Experience with contractual indemnification and additional insured coverages.
• AIC or SCLA certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain appropriate state licensing as required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel overnight up to 10% and daily between locations.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable about commercial insurance policies and their application.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships and partnerships within the organization and with external customers.
• Experience managing litigated claims and leveraging legal knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in using technology and software tools relevant to the role.

Benefits

Amerisure offers a competitive total rewards package including competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing, and generous paid time off programs. Additionally, flexible work arrangements are provided to promote work-life balance.

Pay

Competitive base pay and performance-based incentives are offered based on individual performance and company goals.

Schedule

This role offers a hybrid or remote work arrangement, with office visits expected for candidates living near an office location.

Benefits

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is committed to providing a workplace that fosters excellence and professional growth. The company offers a variety of benefits including:

• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
• A 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Company Culture

Amerisure is dedicated to creating exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. The company is recognized as one of the Best and Brightest® Companies to Work For in the Nation and one of Business Insurance magazine’s Best Places to Work in Insurance. Amerisure is committed to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.