Litigation Specialist - Auto Bodily Injury (Northeast venues)

The Company Utica National Insurance Group is an "A" rated $2.0B award‑winning, nationally recognized property & casualty insurance carrier, operating across the Eastern United States with headquarters in Central New York and regional offices in NYC, Dallas, and Charlotte. What you will do You’ll be responsible for investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and resolving litigated auto bodily injury claims in a fair and timely manner within Northeastern venues. With skills in detail orientation and analysis, you will interpret coverage and prepare detailed coverage letters as well as handle risk transfer. Through frequent contact with defense counsel, you will use decision‑making skills to guide, review, and authorize work on litigated cases. Consultation with supervisors on complex coverage and litigated matters will occur as needed. This position requires advanced industry knowledge and strong claims handling acumen with a thorough understanding of state laws and requirements. Key Responsibilities Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve commercial and personal litigated auto bodily injury claims in a fair and timely manner. Interpret coverage to include drafting of comprehensive coverage position letters, evaluate damages, and negotiate settlements with limited supervisor intervention. Control, direct, authorize, and review activities of assigned defense counsel. Operate independently and resolve claims within assigned authority. Consult with supervisor on more complex coverage and litigated matters. Attend mediations, trials, and hearings as needed to include interaction with insureds agents and legal representatives. Review court decisions, law, and coverage interpretations and have a broad knowledge and understanding of the law and claim practices. Effectively handle the complex/serious claims within Regional Operations. Provide an excellent customer service experience on all claims. Additional Responsibilities Serve as mentor to lesser experienced team members. Perform other duties as assigned. Conform with all corporate policies and procedures. What you need Four‑year degree preferred or equivalent experience. 5+ years of auto bodily injury claims experience. Commercial auto experience strongly preferred. Experience in handling litigated files with strong coverage analysis skills required. Knowledge of multiple venues in the Northeast. Licensing Required to obtain your license(s) as an adjuster in the state(s) in which you are assigned to adjust claims. Licensing must be obtained within the timeframe set forth by the company and must be maintained as needed throughout your employment. Salary Range $85,000–$120,000. Benefits Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit Dental Benefit Vision Benefit Life Insurance and Disability Benefits 401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan (Includes annual Company financial contribution and discretionary Profit Sharing contribution based upon annual company financial results) Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations Company‑Paid Family Leave Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit Voluntary Benefits – Group Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Legal, ID Theft Protection, Pet Insurance Student Loan Refinancing Services Care.com Membership with Back‑up Care, Senior Solutions Business Travel Accident Insurance Matching Gifts program Paid Volunteer Day Employee Referral Award Program Wellness programs Personal insurance discount Additional Information This position is a full‑time salaried, exempt (non‑overtime eligible) position. Utica National is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Utica National Insurance Group