Sr. Litigation Analyst

Sr. Litigation Analyst

As the Sr. Litigation Analyst you will be providing direct oversight and handling of Excess Casualty Claims.

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables:

• Ensure compliance with established claim handling guidelines regarding complex and catastrophic claims, coverage, investigation, liability, damages, evaluation, and resolution of Excess Casualty Claims across multiple jurisdictions.
• Establish reserves pursuant to established reserving protocols and reserve authority procedures.
• Adhere to the Core Specialty Americas Panel Counsel Program and Litigation Guidelines.
• Establish and maintain close communication with underlying carriers and defense counsel providing input and direction in the handling of cases as warranted.
• Work closely with management and litigation department to develop case strategy.
• Ability to write coverage letters and work with coverage counsel, as needed.
• Engage in rigorous ALAE control and management, by competently selecting, instructing and managing 3rd party vendors, as appropriate, including TPAs acting on the behalf of StarStone US Services, Inc. pursuant to MGA and other binding authority arrangements.
• Provide claims underwriting support.
• Comply with Team and Individual Service Levels and Key Performance Indicator ("KPI") metrics set by Claims Operations Manager
• Undertaking general office administrative duties as and when required
• Proactively expanding and maintaining awareness of market and industry trends.
• In addition to the above key responsibilities, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as the Company may reasonably require.

Technical Knowledge and Understanding:

• Possess a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of state and federal laws (including legislation) applicable to Casualty claims and have an in-depth understanding of the policy language/coverage.
• Must possess good writing and presentation skills.
• Computer skills good working knowledge of MS Office, Excel.
• Previously utilized an electronic claim system.

Experience:

• College degree required.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in the legal or Insurance profession dealing specifically with civil litigation involving Casualty Claims or the technical claims analysis, and resolution of primary and excess claims.
• Ability to Travel
• Ability to negotiate and be persuasive.
• Possess strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to simplify, analyze and explain complex issues.
• Ability to be able to review processes and determine opportunities for improvement.
• Ability to work at both an overview and detailed level.
• The ability to manage time, manage projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for this position.

At Core Specialty, you will receive a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurances; short and long-term disability; a Company-match of 100% of a 6% contribution 401(k) plan; an Employee Assistance Plan; Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and a wellness program