Litigation Specialist - Remote

About Us

At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness. Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2025 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2025 for the sixth consecutive year. Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.

Overview

Selective Insurance is seeking a Claims Litigation Specialist for this remote position. Investigate, negotiate, and conclude by settlement or denial complex and challenging litigated claims, including litigation in multiple different states, venued in state or federal courts. Must have expertise in commercial and personal lines, as well as coverage, contractual and legal issues. Develop and execute litigation strategy and manage the activities of assigned defense counsel to ensure cost-effective resolution of litigated claims. Litigated claims handled may be large and complex involving a large amount of legal expenses. The individual in this position will also ensure claims are processed within company policies, procedures, and individual's prescribed authority with exceptional standards of performance. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Investigate litigated claims through telephone, written correspondence, and/or personal contact with claimants, attorneys, insureds, witnesses, and others having pertinent information.
• Attend depositions, mediations, and trials as needed.
• Analyze information, including depositions, expert reports, attorney evaluations, and medical reports, gained from discovery during litigation in order to evaluate assigned claims to determine the extent of loss, taking into consideration contributory or comparative negligence.
• Assign medical or other experts to case and arrange for medical examinations when necessary.
• Process incoming calls and correspondence from insureds, claimants, and agents regarding questions or problems associated with claims.
• Interact with underwriters and agents on claim resolution.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and settle litigated claims within delegated authority. Handle litigation files from start to finish.
• Update MCS on a continual basis to accurately reflect status of each assigned file and to initiate percentage of negligence on the part of the insured to determine "chargeability".
• Receive and approve expenses incurred to investigate, process, and handle a claim.
• Prepare check requisitions for all loss and expense payments.
• Explore salvage and subrogation potential on all claims.
• Prepare for and participate in claims review and settlement conferences.
• Close claim by issuing check or denial and securing appropriate releases.
• Prepare for and participate in all pre-trial conference calls to discuss values and strategies with management, handling adjuster, and defense counsel.
• Participate in yearly trainings for the litigation/CCU unit which may require travel.

Requirements

• Must be able to handle litigation files from start to finish.
• College degree preferred.
• Prefer 7-10 years of GL Litigation Claims experience.
• Thorough knowledge of New York Labor Law preferred.
• Knowledge of Risk Transfer.

Benefits

Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and 20 days of paid time off.

Pay

The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.

Pay Range: USD $96,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.