Litigation Specialist

As an elite Excess and Surplus Lines market, Nautilus Insurance Group offers commercial property and casualty insurance solutions to appointed wholesale surplus lines producers countrywide. With over 35 years of specialization, we provide flexible policy terms and premium rates on a non-admitted basis, focusing on small to medium Property and Casualty risks. Our offerings are distributed through partnerships with appointed wholesale surplus lines producers, emphasizing mutual success, speed to market, and a customer-centric approach. Coverage is provided by Nautilus Insurance Company and Great Divide Insurance Company, both W. R. Berkley Corporation members with A.M. Best (Superior) A+ XV ratings.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave: Childbirth Recovery Leave and Primary Caregiver Leave, up to 12 weeks of paid leave.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options, along with Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• 401(k) program, profit sharing, stock purchase plan, life insurance, and travel accident insurance options.
• One paid day off per year for volunteering at a local charity.
• Tuition Assistance and Industry-Related Education and Exam programs.
• Special cell phone service discounts with Verizon and AT&T.
• Access to the Plum Benefits program offering thousands of exclusive travel and entertainment discounts.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• On-site newly renovated fitness center, free for employees, with yoga and other classes available for a nominal fee.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently handle advanced-level, primarily litigated, commercial third-party general liability losses in a “paperless” environment.
• Communicate verbally and in writing in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner.
• Review and set up new loss assignments in compliance with Department guidelines and best practices.
• Establish and regularly evaluate initial loss and expense reserves for adequacy, accuracy, and adherence to reserving guidelines.
• Analyze and interpret policy language in conjunction with specific loss facts to reach appropriate coverage decisions.
• Draft frequent and complex coverage correspondence, including reservation of rights and coverage disclaimers, in compliance with state statutes and regulations.
• Compose detailed correspondence to insureds, claimants, attorneys, agents, and regulatory agencies.
• Proactively manage primarily litigated claim files from inception to closure, including coverage, liability, and damage issues, and execute an appropriate plan of action for prompt, economical resolution.
• Document all claim file activity, including current strategy, plan of action, and exit plan in file notes.
• Demonstrate comprehensive coverage analysis, investigation, evaluation, and negotiation skills at an advanced level.
• Direct and control the activities and costs of outside vendors, including defense counsel, coverage counsel, experts, and independent adjusters.
• Present and discuss loss facts and issues in roundtable discussions with peers and management.
• Compose and transmit frequent Large Loss Reports and other detailed reporting documents.
• Manage and monitor file caseload using various resources.
• Obtain and maintain all required state adjuster licenses, including compliance with continuing education requirements.
• Serve as a technical resource within the Department through mentoring and knowledge-sharing.
• Provide job function overviews and subject-matter training to interns and others as needed.
• Participate in projects and initiatives led by other departments or W. R. Berkley companies, including audits, workshops, and task forces.
• Initiate appropriate communication with management and other departments.
• Attend internal and external seminars and training events, providing feedback to peers and management.

Requirements

• 12+ years of insurance experience, with a strong background in commercial general liability claims examination and coverage analysis.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer programs in a Windows environment, including Word, Excel, and email.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Effective telephone communication skills.

This role can be located in our Scottsdale, AZ office or remotely for highly qualified candidates. Sponsorship is not offered for this role.