Claims Specialist II

Claims Specialist II

Everest Insurance Company is seeking an experienced claims professional or attorney to join the Casualty Claims team in Warren, NJ. In this role, you will handle a broad range of mainstream and moderately complex auto, general liability, and excess/umbrella claims.

Role & Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

• Reviewing and analyzing complex coverage issues and preparation of coverage position letters
• Investigating, analyzing and evaluating liability and damages
• Managing and directing outside counsel
• Preparing case summary reports related to matters of significant reserve and trial activity
• Setting timely and appropriate case reserves
• Developing and executing claim strategies as well as resolution strategies
• Negotiating and resolving cases
• Attending trials, mediations and settlement conferences
• Working with underwriters to support policy construction and drafting, reporting claim trends, data analysis, and risk assessments
• Extensive communication with insureds, brokers, reinsurers, actuaries, and underwriters
• Attending client meetings and industry functions to support retention and development of client relationships and business
• Performing similar work-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong negotiation and investigation skills
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to influence others and resolve complex, disputed claims
• In-depth knowledge of the litigation, arbitration, and trial process
• Currently holds or readily can obtain all required adjuster licenses
• Ability to identify and use relevant data and metrics to best manage claims
• Collaborative mind-set and willingness to work with people outside immediate reporting hierarchy to improve processes and generate optimal departmental efficiency
• Ability and willingness to present to senior management and to others in other group settings
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims process and legal and regulatory environment
• 5-7 years of claims handling experience or legal experience
• B.A. or B.S. required; JD helpful but not required

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• You will be required to embrace the Everest Core Values: collaboration, thoughtful assumption of risk, execution, humility and leadership. The Everest Core Values are the foundation upon which we conduct our work, and conduct ourselves both internally with our colleagues, and externally with clients/customers.

The base salary range for this position is $116,000 - $162,000 annually. The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, experience, qualifications and work location. All offers include access to a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process.

At Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors.

• Our Values are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging.
• Our Colleague Behaviors define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together.

All colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve.

Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: Warren, NJ

Additional Locations:

Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Benefits at View email address on click.appcast.io.