Director, Commercial Liability Claims

Responsibilities

• Lead the general liability claims function including strategy, performance, and technical standards
• Establish and implement claims handling strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes
• Monitor and manage claim reserves, settlement authority, and expense controls to support financial performance and profitability
• Oversee vendor relationships, defense counsel, and third-party administrators to ensure effective claim outcomes
• Partner cross-functionally with underwriting, actuarial, finance, and risk management to align claim strategies with business objectives
• Analyze claims data, loss trends, and emerging risks to drive continuous improvement and proactive risk mitigation
• Manage department compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements
• Communicate key claims trends and performance indicators to leadership
• Provide leadership, direction, and support for the claims department
• Support development, engagement, and retention of a high-performing claims team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, risk management, insurance, or law; Juris Doctor preferred
• At least ten years of experience in umbrella and liability claims and insurance administration
• Commercial claims experience
• Proven leadership and managerial skills
• Deep expertise in general liability, auto liability, and/or commercial casualty claims
• Strong understanding of litigation, coverage analysis, litigation strategy, and complex claims handling
• Experience with claims analytics, trend identification, and operational improvement initiatives
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $114,800.00 - $162,300.00. This salary range depends on experience, education, and location for this specific position.

Schedule

This position is based in an office environment with adequate temperature and lighting control. There are no known hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, or other environmental factors. There are potentially high-stress situations that require meeting deadlines.

Values

The person in this position must demonstrate the WCF values of doing the right thing, being great at your job, and helping others succeed to fulfill the company’s mission of excellence.

Working Conditions

This position is based in an office environment with adequate temperature and lighting control. There are no known hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, or other environmental factors. There are potentially high-stress situations that require meeting deadlines.

Our People

We strive to provide an excellent work experience and cultivate an inclusive environment where anyone who embodies our values will thrive.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability that can be reasonably accommodated, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.