Attorney in Hartford, CT

In-House

Hartford, CT

Attorney in Hartford, CT

Non-practicing Attorney

3-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Senior Claims Examiner - MPL

Job Responsibilities:
The Senior Claims Examiner is responsible for adjudicating assigned claims within their given authority. Key duties include:

- Resolving moderate to complex claims, including all phases of litigation.
- Documenting claim files in accordance with Best Practices.
- Drafting coverage letters, including reservation of rights and denial letters, with minimal supervision.
- Timely setting of reserves.
- Providing exceptional customer service.
- Identifying emerging exposures and claims trends.
- Driving litigation to manage the deployment and utilization of defense counsel.
- Identifying suspected fraudulent claims and referring them to the special investigations unit.
- Participating in Claims Projects as needed.
- Participating in reserving roundtables and pre-trial roundtables.

Education and Experience Information:
- 3-5 years of claims handling experience is required.
- A JD from an ABA-accredited law school and litigation practice may be considered as a supplement to claims handling experience.
- Advanced knowledge of claims analysis and in-depth knowledge of standards for claims documentation and legal filings.
- Proven ability to actively and effectively negotiate the settlement of moderate to complex claims.
- Experience in mentoring and training other claim professionals.
- Advanced analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- An active insurance adjuster’s license is required.
- A degree from an accredited College or University is preferred.

Additional Factors Considered:
- Subject matter expertise in mediation, arbitration, or trial attendance.
- Demonstrated take-charge attitude and ability to work with minimal oversight within their authority levels.
- Identifies and suggests improvements to processes within the claim department and raises them with the manager.
- Demonstrated steps taken toward additional certifications by an approved authority such as a CPCU, ARMS, or AINS designation.

Salary Information:
The salary range for the Senior Claims Examiner position is $85,000 - $115,000. The actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Benefits Offered:
- 401(k) with competitive company matching.
- Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental, and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care).
- Company-paid group term life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
- 24 Paid time off days plus 2 company days, 10 paid holidays plus 1 paid floating holiday, and the ability to purchase up to 5 PTO days.
- Paid parental leave.
- 4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of service.
- Financial Adoption Assistance and Medical Travel Reimbursement Programs.
- Annual reimbursement up to $600 for health club membership or fees associated with any fitness program.
- Company-paid subscription to Headspace to support employees’ mental health and wellbeing.
- 2023 Gold level recipient of Cigna’s Healthy Workforce Designation for having a best-in-class health and wellness program.
- Dynamic, creative, and values-driven culture.
- Modern and open office spaces, complimentary drinks.
- Spirit of volunteerism, social responsibility, and community involvement, including matching charitable donations for qualifying non-profits via the sister non-profit company, the company Foundation.

Work Arrangement:
This position is hybrid and requires working in the office two days per week. The position can be based in the following locations: Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Hartford, CT; Manhattan, NY.