Senior Claims Specialist - Construction Claims

Senior Claims Specialist - Construction Claims

Chubb is the world’s largest publicly traded property and casualty insurer. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. Chubb is fundamentally committed to the creation of an inclusive, respectful and equitable workplace. Through our policies and practices for recruitment, development, retention and promotion, we seek a diverse workforce that is effective in our markets and communities and takes full advantage of the wide range of experiences and backgrounds provided. We view diversity as a key business driver that enables us to attract and retain the best talent, thereby enabling our high performance in any location.

Summary

This is a role focused on technical claim handling for Chubb’s construction claims nationwide. In this role you will manage construction injury and damage claims (non-defect), both litigated and non-litigated, under both primary and excess policies. This role requires an individual to be accountable for the handling and disposition of claims including investigation, coverage determination, reserving, negotiation and settlement or trial strategies. This position will require some travel, as well as coordinating with and servicing both internal and external business partners. You will represent the company at meetings with management and business partners, TPA’s, as well as at mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences and trials.

Responsibilities

• Manage an inventory of Construction injury and property damage claims involving moderate exposures and coverage issues.
• Work closely with TPA’s for accounts with large deductibles and self-insured retentions.
• Conduct, coordinate, and direct investigation into loss facts, damages and risk transfer opportunities.
• Evaluate coverage, liability, and damages to determine the exposure to the insured and the policy.
• Analyze coverage and communicate coverage positions, as warranted, within assigned authority.
• Demonstrate and implement effective defense, resolution and claim strategies.
• Direct and closely monitor assignments to experts and defense counsel subject to established guidelines.
• Provide superior customer service to insureds, agents, and internal business partners.
• Adhere to Best Practices Guidelines.
• Adhere to individual authority grants, all statutory and regulatory requirements, fair claim practices and local compliance requirements, including examiner licensing.
• Travels to conferences, mediations, and trials as necessary.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience as a casualty claim professional with a high degree of specialized and technical competence in the handling of high exposure construction claims with emphasis on hands-on file and litigation management.
• Experience with primary and excess bodily injury, property damage, and personal injury claims.
• Strong background and demonstrated ability in dealing with significant coverage matters.
• A strong understanding of New York Labor Laws as they pertain to construction activities.
• Working knowledge of industry best practices and procedures.
• An ability to work independently and assimilate learning materials on many different subjects from various sources.
• Excellent interpersonal communications and negotiation skills; and an ability to deal with customers and business partners in a professional manner.
• Ability to make prompt, intelligent decisions based upon detailed analyses of complex issues.
• Demonstrated strong relational skills particularly in adverse or high-pressure situations.
• A law degree is not necessary but recommended.

Who are we looking for?

Successful professionals at Chubb come from many backgrounds with experiences rich in diversity that they bring with them to our company along with:

• an inclusive mindset which allows differences to be leveraged for better business results;
• open, transparent communication;
• teamwork and inclusion which draws on diverse ideas and perspectives; and
• new ideas, innovation, and ways of thinking which support diversity.

Chubb strives to offer a diverse and inclusive and rewarding work environment. Teamwork and mutual respect are central to how Chubb operates and we believe the best solutions draw upon diverse perspectives, experiences and skills. We operate in such a way where everyone, regardless of their singular background has the opportunity to contribute to our collective success.