Job Title: Senior Environmental Technical Claims Specialist
Job Responsibilities:
- Adjudicate commercial environmental claims at the highest authority limits, focusing on complex storage tank claims, under limited oversight and broad management direction.
- Conduct detailed information gathering, analysis, and investigation to resolve numerous and undefined issues.
- Report on claims trends and developments to senior management and underwriters.
- Analyze claims forms, policies, endorsements, and other records to determine policy coverage.
- Investigate claims promptly and thoroughly, including interviewing involved parties.
- Manage claims in litigation and ensure timely and complete task management for optimal financial outcomes.
- Set claim reserves considering different policy wordings impacting the claims reserving process.
- Identify loss drivers and claims trends to reduce claims frequency and severity through data analysis and improved claim management.
- Assign and coordinate expertise resources for case resolution.
- Prepare reports for file documentation and apply creative solutions for the best financial outcome.
- Negotiate cost-effective solutions within own limits using various negotiation styles.
- Process mail, prioritize workload, and complete telephone and written correspondence.
- Exhibit a strong passion for claim management.
Education and Experience Information:
- A deep knowledge of commercial environmental claims typically acquired through a minimum of seven years’ experience adjudicating commercial environmental claims with exposure of $100,000 or more.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required; . preferred.
- Two or more insurance designations or four additional years of related experience adjudicating general liability bodily injury may substitute for a degree.
- Licensed Claims Examiner (based on state) with the ability to quickly obtain a license in jurisdictions requiring it within 120 days.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships.
- Strong claim negotiation skills and a proactive, pragmatic approach to negotiation.
- Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize workload while handling multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Ability to articulate the financial value of work at multiple responsibility levels inside client businesses, potentially including CEOs.
- Regular exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.
- Demonstrates inner strength and courage to do the right thing.
- Strong focus on execution and the ability to consistently produce and deliver expected results.
- Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with clients, business partners, and organizational peers.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and other business-related software.
- Polished and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Desire for continued professional development through continuing education and self-development opportunities.
Salary Information:
- Chicago and Los Angeles Pay Range: $148,100 - $204,300
- New York City Pay Range: $161,800 - $223,100
- In addition to base salary, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.
How We Work - Our Employee Values:
- Demonstrate entrepreneurial spirit by getting the job done in a non-bureaucratic, resourceful manner and creating a culture of accountability.
- Act with integrity and adhere to commitments set forth in the company's Environmental, Social and Governance program.
- Collaborate to create an open and transparent environment where diverse experiences and individuals team together for optimal outcomes.
- Respect each other, promoting dialogue, mutual support, and cooperation, fostering an environment of pride and achievement.
Physical Demands:
- Operates within a standard office environment requiring the use of a PC and other related office equipment.
Additional Information:
- The company will not sponsor employment authorization for this position.
- Equal Opportunity Employer: No discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, citizenship, denial of family and medical care leave, disability, race, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other protected status.
- Benefits include a comprehensive Total Rewards package with competitive compensation, flex time, floating holidays, health and wellness options, retirement savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Our Benefits:
- Performance recognition and empowerment for employees to excel.
- Workplace policies supporting employee well-being.
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and financial planning options.
- Argo Academy for continuous learning and professional development.
- Inclusive culture fostering diverse teams and cross-functional engagement.
- Community outreach and volunteer programs.
- Employee Referral program contributing to new hires annually.
