Litigation Specialist (Commercial General Liability )

Job Description

Job Title : Litigation Specialist CGL (Hybrid Job)

Location : Office locations for role : Itasca, IL, Worcester, MA, Southfield, MI, Howell, MI, Richmond, VA, Syracuse, NY.

Duration : 3+ Months

Shift : This is a full-time role, 2 days in office.

Job Description :

Our Claims team is currently seeking a Commercial General Liability (CGL) Litigation Specialist.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

This position requires daily telephone contacts with the commercial line policyholders, risk managers, and agents. Fully responsible for the analysis, investigation, evaluation, negotiation and resolution of complex commercial claims requiring thorough investigations including telephone contacts with the involved parties; technical expertise and complex analysis. Claim assignments are multi-state and involve commercial customers.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL :

Must have or secure and maintain appropriate states adjuster license (s) and continuing education credits.

Responsible for the settlement of CGL litigated cases, involving disputes over coverage, liability, and damages issues.

Gather the facts and analyze the statements / testimony and declaration of damages to develop claims resolution strategies.

Work in partnership with defense counsel and all other parties / vendors to bring about a timely cost effective conclusion.

Identifies possibly suspicious claims

Claims handled are transferred existing losses or first notice lawsuits over disputed issues of great complexity where the policyholder's coverage is in question.

These claims require the highest level of investigation, analysis, evaluation, and negotiation.

Responsible for all aspects of each claim, including informal hearings, arbitrations and claims litigation and maintaining a high level of productivity, confidentiality and customer service.

Will be utilized as a technical resource by adjusters.

Will represent the company at mediation, arbitration and trials.

Review and analyze contracts, leases, and identify risk transfer opportunities

Demonstrate ability to write positional coverage letters.

Manage litigation expenses.

Reports into Unit Manager

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY :

Typically has 3-5 years Commercial General Liability Litigation experience with insurance carrier.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, industry designation preferred.

Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers

Makes decisions in an informed, confident and timely manner

Maintains constructive working relationships despite differing perspectives

Considers the perspectives of others and gives them credibility

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to negotiate skillfully in difficult situations with both internal and external groups. Demonstrates ability to win concessions without damaging relationships.

Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Promotes and facilitates free and open communication.

Understanding of applicable statutes, regulations and case law

Thinks critically and anticipates, recognizes, identifies and develops solutions to problems in a timely manner.

Easily adapts to new or different changing situations, requirements or priorities.

Cultivates an environment of teamwork and collaboration

Operates with latitude for un-reviewed action or decision.

Computer experience (MS Office, excel, word, etc)

Ability to work in a paperless environment.

This job posting provides cursory examples of some of the job duties associated with this position. The examples provided are not complete, and the position may entail other essential and job-related functions and responsibilities that employees will be required to perform.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT :

It's not just a job, it's a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS :

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. You'll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.