Senior Analyst, Claims Litigation

Position Summary

The Senior Analyst, Claims Litigation, manages complex workers’ compensation and general liability claims with a focus on litigation risk and resolution. This role involves reviewing claim reports, coordinating with internal and external legal partners, and overseeing litigation strategies to ensure timely and compliant outcomes.

What you'll do

• Review and analyze initial claim reports to determine compensability and identify potential fraud indicators.
• Manage complex general liability claims, focusing on litigation and high-risk cases.
• Collaborate with leadership and counsel to establish claim value, strategy, and resolution paths.
• Oversee outside counsel to monitor litigation progress and ensure timely resolution.
• Negotiate settlements and authorize payments within financial authority and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare and present claims in reviews to refine strategy and secure settlement approval.
• Mentor associates on claims handling and litigation processes.

About the team

The Claims Litigation team manages complex workers’ compensation and general liability claims with a focus on resolution and risk mitigation. Collaborating closely with leadership and counsel, the team develops strategies to ensure timely and effective outcomes. Members oversee litigation progress, negotiate settlements, and maintain regulatory compliance. The team fosters continuous improvement through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and best practices application. Committed to accuracy and efficiency, this group upholds high standards of integrity and professionalism in all interactions, delivering reliable claims management aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

What you'll bring

• Proven expertise in litigation management and claims resolution within workers’ compensation or general liability contexts.
• Strong negotiation skills to effectively resolve claims and secure favorable settlements.
• Experience managing complex claims caseloads, including escalation and collaboration with internal and external legal partners.
• Proficiency in claims processing, legal discovery, and adherence to jurisdictional statutes and regulatory requirements.
• Able to establish accurate reserves and authorize payments within financial authority limits.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with injured parties and legal counsel.
• Commitment to compliance, ethical standards, and continuous improvement in claims handling.

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see here.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For Information About Benefits And Eligibility, See One.Walmart.

Minimum Qualifications

• Option 1: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and 2 years’ experience in claims handling.
• Option 2: 4 years’ experience in claims handling, including experience with complex or litigated workers’ compensation or general liability claims. Current or prior (within last 3 years) Property & Casualty Adjuster License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field, Industry designations (e.g., AIC, WCCP).
• Doctorate: Law, Masters: Business Administration.