Insurance Coverage Attorney / Insurance Defense - General Attorney in Summit, NJ

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In-House

Summit, NJ

Insurance Coverage Attorney / Insurance Defense - General Attorney in Summit, NJ

Attorney

3-5 yrs required

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Job Title: Sr. Claims Examiner - General Liability

Job Responsibilities:
The Sr. Claims Examiner - General Liability will be responsible for resolving claims of moderate to high complexity and exposure, which may require mediation or litigation. Key responsibilities include:
- Handling claims from coverage inquiry through legal liability assessment and quantum analysis to achieve timely and accurate resolution.
- Mitigating indemnity and expense exposure while communicating developments and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders.
- Making decisions within authority with minimal oversight and providing training and technical support to other team members.
- Analyzing complex coverage issues and communicating coverage positions effectively.
- Conducting, coordinating, and directing investigations into loss facts and extent of damages.
- Directing and monitoring assignments to outside counsel and experts.
- Evaluating information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of the insured's exposure.
- Setting timely and meaningful reserves within authority or making recommendations for reserve changes to the manager.
- Negotiating and settling claims either directly or indirectly.
- Preparing reports by collecting and summarizing information.
- Adhering to Fair Claims Practices regulations.
- Participating in special projects and assisting other team members as needed.
- Traveling to mediations, trials, and conferences as required.

Education and Experience Information:
The ideal candidate will have experience handling moderate to high exposure general liability bodily injury (BI) and property damage (PD) claims. A legal background as a practicing attorney with litigation or coverage experience is required. Additional qualifications include:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Strong desire for continuous improvement.
- Experience handling excess/umbrella claims is a plus.
- US work authorization is required, as the company does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Salary Information:
The base salary for this position is between $73,600 and $122,600, with a 15% bonus potential. The salary is determined based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors.

Additional Information:
The company offers hybrid working schedules, with 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. Employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental, and vision insurance plans, as well as optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance. Additional benefits include a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays, floating holidays, and parental leave.

The company is a Fortune 500 organization with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, operating as a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations worldwide. The company values teamwork, continuous improvement, and supporting employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Candidates should be aware of employment-related scams and ensure all job postings are verified through the company's official career site. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment and does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. Accommodations are available during the application process upon request.

May 21, 2025
May 16, 2025
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