Claims Manager - Architects & Engineers

Job Title: Claims Manager – Architects & Engineers Division: Group Claims Location: United States Office Locations: West Hartford, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, New York, Boston, Houston, San Francisco, Los Angeles Reports To: As per Beazley’s organization chart Key Relationships: Group Claims Management Team, Claims Team Leaders (“CTLs”), Underwriting & Claims Operations (“UCO”), Underwriters, Ceded Reinsurance, clients, brokers, and key external vendors. Job Summary An independent claims handler who will manage and oversee the end-to-end claims process for a wide variety of matters under Architects & Engineers Contractors Professional Liability, and similar professional liability policies. Supports Beazley’s vision of being the highest performing sustainable specialty insurer through proactively managing claims, at an individual and portfolio level where required. Key Responsibilities Proactively manage a diverse portfolio of professional liability claims for architects and engineers, design build contractors, real estate developers, and other miscellaneous professions. Handle claims from first notice of loss through resolution, assessing severity, complexity, and direct financial loss to determine the appropriate level of involvement based on claim type, maturity, and quantum, while working closely with brokers, insureds, and underwriting partners. Evaluate policy coverage in line with underwriting intent, draft clear and well‑reasoned coverage position letters, and effectively communicate coverage determinations to brokers, insureds and other relevant stakeholders in accordance with Beazley’s Claims Service Standards. Manage portfolio of medium to high severity claims, including Category 2 and some Category 1 claims (i.e., claims with an expected or actual value in excess of $500,000 or having material coverage issues) including (depending on training and agreement of the Head of) Coverage Litigation but without allegations of bad faith. Review of individual claims within the portfolio on a regular basis ensuring claims records are maintained in a timely manner as required by Beazley’s claims controls and standards as well as regulatory minimums. Establish appropriate and timely case reserves adhering at all times to Beazley’s authority protocols and Beazley’s Claims Reserving Philosophy and Standards while using all tools available to demonstrate potential loss exposure. Develop, iterate, document, and execute claims strategies taking into account uncertainties, key decisions, potential outcomes, and estimated associated costs. Ensure the management of claims conforms to the agreed standardized processes, maintain accurate and updated claims files including proper documentation and data. Communicate any material claims to Reinsurance and Finance as set out by the applicable claims authority, claims controls/protocols, and procedures. Working with Reinsurance to effect claims recoveries. Understand and implement Beazley’s Conduct Risk Policy. Contribute to the continuous improvement culture within the overall claims function. Strategy and Business Planning Maintain an awareness of the overall strategic objectives and business plans of the Beazley claims function to the degree required to identify gaps or future opportunities to Claims Management. Working with Underwriters and Claims Team Understand marketing and underwriting strategies for the business area. Where requested, join client meetings to share Beazley’s claims philosophy and address specific claims issues. Provide input to underwriters of potential or existing insured’s claims experience. Identify issues and trends, consult relevant stakeholders if required, and take appropriate and/or corrective action. Identify wording issues and suggest policy wording improvements. Leverage networking opportunities within the business to develop standardized underwriting policy and best practices within Beazley. Work with Claims team members and underwriters to maximize business opportunities and profitability within the department including sharing market information, marketing sources and cross‑selling opportunities. Help produce presentations and marketing literature as required. Authority & Minimum Standards Observance Operate within approved claims authority at all times. Maintain a thorough knowledge of and ensure compliance with relevant regulation, minimum claim handling standards and Beazley’s claims controls and protocols. Third Party Management Adhere to Beazley’s procedures for the selection and retention of 3rd party professionals. Where applicable, appropriately manage escalation of items from delegated partners. Where applicable, conduct file reviews or audits as required, and resolve any issues identified. Where applicable, provide feedback on a regular and proactive basis regarding the claim actions undertaken by the Third‑Party Administrator (TPA). Where applicable, propose strategies for future claims handling, review case reserve adequacy, and ensure the TPA remains focused on claim finalization. Broker and Insured Relations Work proactively to develop and maintain strong relations with key brokers and insureds. Promote the Beazley brand of excellence and professionalism in client service. Conflicts of Interest Adhere to Beazley’s Conflicts of Interest policy, alert the appropriate person to any potential conflicts of interest, and take steps to resolve them promptly. Immediately advise your Head of or Group Head of Claims if any Beazley employee seeks to exert undue influence on you or any other team member to act improperly in the management, reserving, or settlement of any claim. Education and Qualifications J.D. strongly preferred but not required. At least four years of experience litigating or adjusting complex third‑party claims arising out of construction projects, preferably under architects and engineers professional liability or similar types of insurance policies. Adjuster license(s) may be required as part of your job responsibilities. If required, those licenses must be obtained within the first 90 days of your employment and in accordance with an individual licensing plan established by Beazley Compliance and your Manager. Skills and Abilities Analytical skills: Problem solving (broad‑based, analytical, conceptual, creativity), analysis of financial statements, financial assessments of claims, data analysis and decision‑making. Work management skills: Time and workload management, self‑starter, planning, achievement orientation, productivity focused. Interpersonal skills: Ability to influence others, client and broker management skills, purposeful communication, flexibility, active listening. Knowledge and Experience Legal training or claims experience, including assessing liability and negotiating settlements. Functional expertise includes: claims management procedures, knowledge of both US and international insurance markets (general and specialised areas), familiarity with US and global legal and regulatory frameworks, as well as alternative dispute resolution methods. Competencies Problem‑solving Decisiveness Customer‑focused Influencing others Attention to detail Team work Self‑starter Analytical thinking Managing resources effectively The Rewards The opportunity to connect and build long‑lasting professional relationships while advancing your career with a growing, dynamic organization. Attractive base compensation and discretionary performance related bonus. Competitively priced medical, dental and vision insurance. Company‑paid life, and short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. 401(k) plan with 5% company match and immediate vesting. 22 days PTO (prorated for 1st calendar year of employment), 11 paid holidays per year, with the ability to flex the religious bank holidays to suit your religious beliefs. Up to $700 reimbursement for home office setup. Free in‑office lunch, travel reimbursement for travel to office, and monthly lifestyle allowance. Up to 26 weeks of fully paid parental leave. Up to 2.5 days paid annually for volunteering at a charity of your choice. Salary for this role will be tailored to the successful individual’s location and experience. The expected compensation range for this position is $100,000–$170,000 per year plus discretionary annual bonus. We are an equal opportunities employer and as such, we will make reasonable adjustments to our selection process for candidates that indicate that, owing to disability, our arrangements might otherwise disadvantage them. If you have a disability, including dyslexia or other non‑visible ones, which you believe may affect your performance in selection, please advise us in good time and we’ll make reasonable adjustments to our processes for you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Beazley