Attorney in Philadelphia, PA

In-House

Philadelphia, PA

Attorney in Philadelphia, PA

Non-practicing Attorney

10-12 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Assistant Vice President, Claims, E&S

Job Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, implementation, and execution of claims strategies to optimize loss cost management and enhance customer satisfaction in alignment with overall business objectives.
- Direct the Complex claims department leadership and personnel to achieve high standards of productivity and efficiency while aligning with organizational goals.
- Ensure compliance with all local, federal, and state regulations related to claims, minimizing risk and exposure to the company.
- Cultivate a departmental culture that excels in communication and collaboration.
- Drive the development, implementation, and continuous planning, organizing, and leading of all claim programs, metrics, processes, results, and initiatives across E&S casualty Excess claims unit.
- Full management accountability for Claims staff, emphasizing talent management and succession planning in line with corporate strategic direction.
- Collaborate with Underwriting, Risk Management, Actuarial, and other stakeholders to ensure knowledge sharing on market trends, legal changes, portfolio management, and loss developments.
- Manage staff performance and implement strategies and plans to address staff development; identify and address training needs on an ongoing basis.
- Responsible for cost containment strategies, including allocated and unallocated expenses within the Claims operation.
- Assist with the development of Claims annual operational goals, objectives, and budgets.
- Manage and ensure accurate and timely case reserving.
- Communicate effectively with Underwriters, brokers, and reinsurers on relevant claim developments.
- Attend mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and trials as necessary.
- Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Juris Doctorate degree preferred.
- 10-12 years of working experience in a legal environment or the insurance industry managing a team supporting commercial accounts for high exposure Excess Casualty claims, litigation, and coverage.
- Demonstrated people management and development skills in a service/account management role.
- Detailed technical knowledge of general liability claims handling with the ability to advise Casualty Claims Examiners on handling complex injury and coverage cases.
- Hands-on experience and strong aptitude with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Exceptional communication (written and verbal), evaluating, influencing, negotiating, listening, and interpersonal skills to effectively develop productive working relationships with internal/external peers and other professionals across organizational lines.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Ability to analyze, organize, and present information clearly and succinctly.
- Ability to take part in active strategic discussions.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Willing and able to travel 15%.
- Role is hybrid with two days in the office.

Salary Information:
- Base salary range: $150,000 - $175,000/year.
- Position is incentive eligible.
- Total individual compensation, including base salary, short and long-term incentives, will consider factors such as geographic location, scope and responsibilities of the role, qualifications, talent availability, specialization, and business needs.
- The pay range may be modified in the future.

This role at the company offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative culture, where the focus is on enabling progress for clients, employees, investors, and communities. The company encourages individuals who enjoy solving complex business problems and working with talented colleagues to consider joining their team.