Manager, Claims & Risk Management

Responsibilities

• Independent claims handling and shared coordination with direct reports for the major lines of coverage including but not limited to auto, general liability, workers’ compensation, builder’s risk, pollution liability, and professional liability
• Analyze insurance policies, provide guidance on applicable insurance, analyze coverage letters, and coordinate response
• Review construction documents to assess liability and damages
• Liaison with insurance company claims professionals and internal stakeholders for successful outcome of claim
• Monitor and evaluate claims activity to ensure accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations
• Draft settlement recommendation memorandums within prescribed authority
• Litigation case management to include interviewing prospective attorneys and vendors, initiating litigation holds and document production, coordinating depositions, and attending conferences/hearings
• Conduct quarterly reviews with insurance carriers
• Complete monthly and bi-annual claim reporting to leadership
• Claims Team Management
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of direct reports, fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture based on accountability and continuous growth
• Provide technical direction on complex, high-severity, or disputed claims
• Review and approve settlement recommendations and reserve changes
• Risk Management Information System (RMIS) Technical subject matter expert on claims data within organization’s RMIS
• Analyze incident and claims data and draw meaningful conclusions to include in the company’s internal reporting
• Process improvement
• Identify areas of opportunity where efficiencies can be made and implement improvements
• Streamline departmental process and procedures
• Aid in the planning and execution of departmental goals
• Train and mentor staff as needed
• Aid in risk control and risk reduction strategies
• Generate company resources such as news articles and presentations regarding relevant topics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, Economics, Safety, or related fields preferred, but not required; in lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience handling property & casualty insurance claims
• Experience in the architecture/engineering/construction (AEC) field or commercial real estate development highly desirable
• Adept with Microsoft Excel for data analytics and financial summaries
• Knowledge of insurance regulations and industry best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks
• Previous experience managing a team preferred

Pay

The base salary range for this position is: $95,000.00 - $140,000.00. Compensation in other cities and states may vary.

Schedule

This position reports out of HITT’s Headquarters in Falls Church, VA with a 4-day in office schedule.