Director, Claims

Title:

Director, Claims

Company:

Everest Insurance Company

Job Category:

Claims

Job Description:

About Everest:

Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world.

Job Summary:

You have the opportunity to join Everest Insurance, a member of Everest Group, Ltd., as an experienced claims professional on our Casualty Claims team in any of our Everest locations. In this role, you will handle complex general liability and excess liability/umbrella claims of all varieties.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Reviewing and analyzing complex coverage issues and preparation of coverage position letters
• Investigating, analyzing and evaluating liability and damages
• Managing and directing outside counsel
• Preparing case summary reports related to matters of significant reserve and trial activity
• Setting timely and appropriate case reserves
• Developing and executing claim strategies as well as resolution strategies
• Negotiating and resolving catastrophic cases
• Attending trials, mediations and settlement conferences
• Managing and overseeing Third Party Administrators (TPAs)
• Working with underwriters to support policy construction and drafting, reporting claim trends, data analysis, and risk assessments
• Extensive communication with insureds, brokers, reinsurers, actuaries, and underwriters
• Attending client meetings and industry functions to support retention and development of client relationships and business
• Performing similar work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications, Education & Experience:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation and investigation skills
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to influence others and resolve complex, disputed claims
• In-depth knowledge of the litigation, arbitration, and trial process
• Currently holds or readily can obtain all required adjuster licenses
• Ability to identify and use relevant data and metrics to best manage claims
• Collaborative mind-set and willingness to work with people outside immediate reporting hierarchy to improve processes and generate optimal departmental efficiency
• Ability and willingness to present to senior management and to others in other group settings
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims process and legal and regulatory environment
• 5 years of claims handling experience
• B.A. or B.S. required; JD preferred

The base salary range for this position is $134,000 - $200,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

What if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

Our Culture

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture.

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Warren, NJ

Additional Locations:

New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at [email protected].

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