Sr. Claims Analyst, Primary Construction

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Sr. Claims Analyst – Primary Construction
Location: New York, New Jersey, Farmington, CT, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston, Dallas, Boston

Job Summary:
Investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims made against the Company’s primary and general liability policies. Engage in collaborative projects in support of other areas of the company, including underwriting, actuarial, finance and operations. Provide superior service to all customers, whether internal or external.

Job Duties:

• Efficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages. Promptly analyze coverage, draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manage litigation by effectively interacting with insureds, brokers, defense counsel, underwriters and other parties as required. Establish timely and appropriate reserves and regularly report claim developments and trends to claims and underwriting management. Represent Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations.
• Work with other areas of the Company including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations and technology on projects as requested. Prepare claim summaries and other reports as necessary for management. Prepare Executive Claim reports and present on a quarterly basis to senior executives.
• Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers. Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings.

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience handling liability insurance claims or related relevant experience, including General Liability claims in the construction context (Construction Defect) and Casualty claims, with specific experience handling New York Labor Law matters. A four-year college degree is required.

• Substantial knowledge of Casualty claims and coverage issues. Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Technical writing experience. Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

• Ability to accurately and timely analyze coverage and instruct and collaborate with counsel regarding litigation strategy and claim resolution, and resolve claims and otherwise act within the scope of delegated authority.

Special Responsibilities:

• Work requires the ability to quickly and accurately read, comprehend, analyze and produce written materials and to use a computer for long periods of time.  Some travel required.

The salary range for this role is between:

$110,000 - $125,000

• The below annualized base pay range is a broad range based on analysis of similar positions in the market. The actual base pay for the position may be above or below he listed range and determined by a number of considerations, including but now limited to complexity, location, and scope of the role, along with experience, skills, education, training, and other conditions of employment. Base salary represents one compensation of Allied World comprehensive total reward package, which may also include annual incentive compensation rewards.  Salary is flexible and will be based on the candidate’s years of relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance. Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working at Allied World

Our team of over 1,650 professionals has deep expertise in the industry. They enjoy their work, and many have served for several years. This is what you can expect when you join us:

• Instant membership in the Allied World — a global network of colleagues who will support your career journey
• A manager who will help you build your career through a structured coaching program
• Access to a full suite of learning and development tools and resources

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Headquartered in Bermuda, Allied World has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Brisbane, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Dublin, Farmington (CT), Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Malaysia, Manchester, Miami, Nashville, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Singapore, Sydney, Switzerland and Toronto. We strive to provide exceptional service to our clients and distribution partners.