Technical Claim Manager - Casualty/Construction Defect

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Claim Manager - Casualty/Construction Defect to join a dynamic team. This role involves managing complex general liability claims, with a primary focus on construction defect litigation.

Compensation Package

• Base Salary Range: $110,000 - $155,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage general liability claims, primarily involving construction defect litigation, to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Assess and analyze coverage issues, issuing appropriate coverage letters and documentation.
• Conduct timely investigations and establish appropriate reserves for claims.
• Pursue risk transfer opportunities, including contractual indemnity and additional insured issues.
• Handle claims in accordance with established best practices.
• Resolve claims efficiently and effectively, ensuring timely outcomes.
• Attend mediations and settlement conferences as necessary.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or a related field. A Juris Doctor (J.D.) is strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of relevant legal or insurance industry experience, with meaningful experience handling complex construction claims under both general liability and excess policies.
• Knowledge & Skills:
  • Strong understanding of case law, statutes, and procedures impacting claims handling and valuation.
  • Proficiency in proactive investigation, risk transfer, claim handling, attorney management, and claims resolution.
  • Superior writing and communication skills to effectively collaborate with insureds, claimants, underwriters, and upper management.
  • Familiarity with claims in U.S. western states is preferred.

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