Senior Claims Specialist, Commercial E&O

About the role

Our Professional Liability Claims team sets us apart. Our experienced Claims professionals use their specialized expertise to handle even the most complex claims seamlessly.

Responsibilities

• Using independent analysis and expertise to determine the case strategy for assigned claims and take all necessary steps to achieve the best outcome.
• Partnering with internal and external counsel and pursuing effective and cost-efficient litigation strategies for claims in litigation.
• Employing a problem-solving approach to claims handling by identifying issues as they arise and proposing solutions to same, seeking guidance and discussion from management as appropriate.
• Producing internal reporting and ensuring that reserves are set according to best practice guidelines.
• Cooking and managing communication with internal colleagues and key external stakeholders (e.g., clients, brokers, reinsurers, vendors, etc.), ensuring we are providing the highest level of customer service.
• Identifying, monitoring and reporting on emerging liability and coverage trends.

Requirements

• Law degree.
• Passion for results: Approaches tasks proactively and anticipates needs. Thinks quickly and prioritizes multiple work streams without sacrificing quality. Acts with a sense of urgency.
• A willingness to ask questions and explore new ideas. Eager to learn and focus on continuously improving technical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentations skills with the ability to communicate and interact internally and externally with senior management and business partners.
• This includes, building and refining effective working relationships with insured, brokers, claim handlers, underwriters, co-insurers, excess and reinsurers as well as external vendors including investigators and legal counsel.
• Handles responsibilities with integrity and the highest standards of professionalism.
• Sets and seeks input from others as needed to achieve the best result possible with effective skills working with and collaborating with in-person and virtual teams.

Qualifications

• Moderate to advanced experience managing third-party Professional Liability claims as a claims handler with a demonstrated experience in analyzing and evaluating insurance coverage issues and drafting coverage correspondence.
• Significant past experience in the practice of law prior to claims handling.
• Active adjuster license.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience with legal malpractice claims.
• Knowledge of insurance policies and coverage.

Benefits

Inclusivity: AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture enables business growth and is critical to our success.

Pay

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 105,300-184,400. Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location.

Schedule

Flexible work arrangements are available.