Sr CGL Claims Technical Consultant (Litigation)

About the role

The Hanover is seeking a Senior Litigation Claims Consultant to manage a portfolio of complex, high-severity Commercial General Liability (CGL) claims, including litigated matters involving significant financial exposure and legal complexity. This is a full-time, exempt position that can be fully remote or hybrid flex.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a portfolio of complex, high-exposure CGL claims, including litigated matters across multiple jurisdictions (premises liability, operations, and product liability claims)
• Conduct thorough investigations and timely coverage analysis, applying policy language to facts to inform strategy and stakeholder communication
• Interpret complex indemnity and hold harmless agreements, evaluate additional insured coverage, identify priority of coverage issues, and leverage risk transfer strategies to mitigate exposure in multi-party, litigated CGL claims
• Evaluate liability and damages, establish and maintain appropriate indemnity and expense reserves throughout the claim lifecycle
• Lead and execute litigation strategy by partnering with and directing defense counsel through all phases, including discovery, mediation, arbitration and trial
• Negotiate and resolve high-severity claims, leveraging advanced technical expertise to achieve fair, timely and cost-effective outcomes
• Identify and pursue risk transfer and subrogation opportunities to mitigate loss exposure and improve financial results
• Collaborate with internal partners and external experts to support claim resolution, analyze trends and enhance overall claim outcomes
• Maintain compliant, well-documented claim files
• Communicate clearly and timely to all parties (insureds, brokers, and stakeholders) throughout the process
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor to develop and strengthen capabilities of the broader claims organization

Requirements

• 5–10+ years of casualty claims experience with an insurance carrier, including complex, high-severity and litigated CGL claims
• Proven ability to lead litigation strategy and negotiate high-value settlements
• Advanced knowledge of coverage interpretation and multi-jurisdictional legal frameworks
• Strong financial acumen, including reserving, expense management, and indemnity control
• Ability to make independent decisions and exercise high authority levels on complex claims
• Demonstrated Analytical Reasoning and Planning & Execution skills to effectively assess problems and deliver well-prioritized solutions
• Proven Customer Centricity and Persuasion & Influence to align stakeholders, build trust and gain alignment on outcomes
• Strong Digital Fluency and Professional Insurance Acumen to leverage technology and apply industry expertise to address complex challenges

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; industry designations (CPCU, AIC, SCLA) or JD are a plus

Skills

• Active adjuster licenses or ability to obtain

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed. Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401K with a company match; tuition reimbursement; PTO; company paid holidays; flexible work arrangements; cultural awareness day in support of IDEOn-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only); Click here for the full list of Benefits

Career Development

We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.