Senior Claims Specialist, Primary Claims

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations. Senior Specialist II, Claims Technician Job Code 13574 About the Team AXIS is hiring a Senior Claims Specialist – Primary Casualty for its North America Claim Team. This role involves managing primary claims for AXIS U.S. Primary Casualty policies. How does this role contribute to our collective success? The individual will manage claims by investigating, analyzing, and evaluating coverage and for complex liability third-party primary casualty claims. What Will You Do In This Role?  Evaluating complex claims to determine appropriate settlement strategies and ensure adherence to company policies.  Ensuring timely evaluation, reserving and disposition of assigned claims  Mentoring junior claims adjusters, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development.  Utilizing working knowledge of the legal frameworks and claims handling practices relevant to the jurisdictions in which the claims arise. In particular, utilize a working knowledge of Construction and New York Labor Law.  Documenting coverage, investigation, damages, reserve rationale, negotiations, etc. associated with claim  Reviewing contracts for risk transfer evaluations, coverage analysis and tender review  Investigating potentially fraudulent claims and takes appropriate action  Identifying opportunities for contribution, subrogation and contribution to the claim About You We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals. What We're Looking For  Be able to demonstrate expertise in evaluating and resolving complex claims within various jurisdictions.  Have the ability to mentor and develop the professional skills of junior adjusters  Have prior experience handling New York Labor Law, Product Liability and Complex litigation claims  Have experience in drafting coverage correspondence, experience writing coverage letters and responding to/issuing tenders  Be skilled in negotiating settlements with various stakeholders to achieve equitable solutions.  Have the ability to recommend and justify the use of outside counsel in complex claims situations.  Be adept at networking and building relationships within professional and market associations.  Have a track record of adhering to and enforcing company policies and procedures in claims processing. Role Factors This role requires you to be in the office 3 days per week and adhere to AXIS licensing requirements. What We Offer For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $105,000 - $160,000. Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location. In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, you will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more. Where this role is based in the United States of America, this role is Exempt for FLSA purposes. About Axis This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. AXIS Persona AXIS Capital seeks professionals who thrive in a dynamic, high-performing environment grounded in humility and mutual respect. We employ those who exemplify our core values of People, Excellence, Decisiveness, and Stronger Together. We are a team characterized by integrity and self-discipline, striving for continuous improvement and driven to achieve ambitious results. Our focus is on hiring, developing, retaining, and rewarding individuals who excel in: Purposeful Action: Delivering top-tier work with a data-driven approach and operating at AXIS speed. Collaborative Decision-Making: Valuing input from all relevant groups and being open to debate. Able to leave their ego at the door and be committed to achieving results through teamwork, fully supporting decisions once made. Measuring Outcomes: Consistently evaluating performance against established expectations. The AXIS employee will cultivate a collaborative workplace atmosphere, fostering trust within the team. We believe in respectful challenges, presuming best intent, and building meaningful relationships with colleagues, customers, and the communities we serve. Joining our team means becoming part of a workplace where every individual’s contributions are valued, and excellence is pursued with purpose and passion. Together, we elevate our standards, achieve ambitious results, and make a lasting impact on each other and those we serve This posting is for an existing vacancy. Rewarding. Challenging. Meaningful. We are shaping the direction of Insurance and Reinsurance during a critical and exciting time for the industry. Whether you are a student approaching graduation or a seasoned professional looking for a new environment, AXIS has the right challenges and career opportunities for you. At AXIS, we value each individual and recognize that attracting and retaining the right people is essential to the success of our company. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for employees and their families, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more.