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Senior Claim Handler at Brandywine - Pittsburgh, PA

Job Description:

The Senior Claim Handler at Brandywine is responsible for handling complex asbestos, long term exposure, and environmental claims. This position reports to a Vice President and is responsible for all aspects of claim handling from initial notice to resolution. The ideal candidate will have a high degree of technical competence in handling high exposure claims, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. This person should also have a strong understanding of contracts, policies, and applicable laws in order to determine appropriate coverage positions and resolve claims effectively.

Responsibilities:

- Analyze contracts, policies, and applicable law to determine coverage position and resolve claims on reasonable terms and at an appropriate value
- Conduct/manage factual claims investigation and communicate with policyholders, remediation experts, and counsel to gather all necessary claim facts
- Negotiate cost sharing agreements with carriers and policyholders
- Assign defense counsel and manage litigation strategy and budgets
- Evaluate claims and make recommendations to management for resolution plans
- Maintain physical and electronic claim files and information in claim systems
- Respond to internal requests for information from management, reinsurers, auditors, etc.
- Provide exceptional service to Chubb business partners
- Some travel may be required

Qualifications:

- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in handling high exposure claims, preferably with a focus on asbestos and/or environmental claims
- 4-year college degree
- Law degree preferred

Desired Qualifications:

- Experience directly managing defense counsel
- Experience managing disputed/litigated coverage matters
- Experience interpreting and analyzing general liability policies
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively use claim and financial tracking systems
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Experience collaborating across work groups
- Extensive knowledge of Excel and data management tools
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office utilities

Salary and Benefits:

Chubb offers a competitive salary, cash bonus, equity opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. This includes life, health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as disability coverage, a stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and a generous company retirement savings plan with a matching contribution. Employees also have the opportunity to dress in business casual attire.

About Chubb:

Chubb is a global leader in insurance and has operations in 54 countries. The company provides a wide range of commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, as well as personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. Chubb is known for its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise, and global operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Chubb is committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all laws and regulations. The company's policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, or pregnancy. Chubb bases hiring decisions solely on performance and qualifications and prohibits any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation against individuals who report discrimination or harassment.

Job Information:

- Job Title: Senior Claim Handler
- Company: Brandywine
- Location: Pittsburgh, PA
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Job Category: Claims Adjusting
- Business Unit: United States
- Legal Employer: ACE American Insurance Company
- Job ID: 18911
- Schedule: Full-Time, Regular
- Posting Date: 03/28/2025, 12:28 AM
- Application Deadline: 04/28/2025, 12:28 AM

Apply now to become a Senior Claim Handler at Brandywine in Pittsburgh, PA. Join a world leader in insurance and enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for growth and development.