Consultant, Claims - Indemnity Technical Specialty

Job Overview If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. Demonstrates deep subject matter expertise in environmental liability, with a strong focus on legacy policies, traditional environmental claims, and mass toxic tort exposures. Possesses a comprehensive understanding of historical policy language, long-tail liability trends, and complex allocation methodologies. Skilled in evaluating and managing high‑severity, multi‑party environmental losses, including contamination, pollution, and latent injury claims. Proven ability to navigate evolving legal and regulatory frameworks while partnering with internal and external stakeholders to drive effective claim resolution strategies. Brings thoughtful judgment, technical rigor, and strategic oversight to complex environmental portfolios within the Environmental Claim Unit (ECU). As a Claims Consultant, you’ll investigate and resolve specialty claims including asbestos, toxic tort, sexual molestation and environmental claims. This position may involve both latent claims as well as emerging specialty or mass tort litigation on current policies. This role is responsible for the entirety of the claim lifecycle from first notice of loss through claim resolution, reporting and closure. Key Responsibilities Responsible for timely and accurate coverage investigation and positioning of claims, including subject matter expertise in long-tail coverage issues and maximizing cost sharing, apportionment, allocation and other risk transfer opportunities. Detailed and thorough liability investigation, including thorough claim evaluation with identification of critical issues driving claim outcome and appropriate identification of severity and risk. Communicate claim evaluation through narratives and presentations to various stakeholders and senior leaders as claim risk demands. Cultivate relationships with insureds and defense counsel, engaging in various litigation management tactics with extraordinary care for Nationwide members. Provide reserve analysis to ensure timely and accurate case reserves according to optimal claims practices. Routinely handle the most volatile and high-value risks facing Nationwide. Understand nuances of complex claim negotiations and actively engage with various resolution strategies and tactics. Maintain expert knowledge through the pursuit of industry and specialized knowledge via continuous education, conference attendance or other means. Serve as internal consultant and subject matter authority for assigned specialty, actively mentor others and be engaged in technical, operational or other team initiatives, leading or serving on strategic initiatives and team projects as requested. Collaborate and report data and trends to key stakeholders, building relationships and strengthening Nationwide’s position as a World Class Underwriting Company. Assist with establishing unit goals that are consistent with Nationwide Indemnity goals, mission and objectives, and be responsible for achieving those goals. Actively engage in new technologies and business data insights in daily tasks and decision making. May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Key Stakeholders Legal, Actuarial, Finance, Underwriting, Product and CLESS claims. Reporting Relationships Reports to Manager/Director. Qualifications Education: Undergraduate degree in insurance, legal, business, or management required. Advanced degree or coursework preferred. Licenses/Certifications: State licensing where required. Relevant professional designations or certifications desirable (CPCU, CLU, IIA, AEI, etc.). Experience: 8+ years of asbestos, environmental or complex claims experience required. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Proven superior knowledge of the best claims practices used to resolve the most severe and technically complex claims. Demonstrated knowledge of insurance contracts and legal aspects affecting regulatory and liability issues relating to environmental and other specialty claims. Proven ability to meet customer needs and provide outstanding service by informing customers of the claims process and ensuring a positive customer experience. Ability to lead and train employees in all aspects of specialty claims review. Advanced verbal and written communication skills for interaction with technical professionals, insureds, federal agencies, the legal profession and other insurance companies. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments. Other Criteria: Leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence. Work Conditions Normal office environment. Must be able to make physical inspection of loss sites, work irregular hours and travel with possible overnight requirements. Not eligible for overtime (Exempt). Benefits Medical/dental/vision Life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage Paid time off: minimum 18 days per full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date; nine paid holidays; 8 hours Lifetime paid time off; 8 hours Unity Day paid time off 401(k) with company match Company-paid pension plan Business casual attire And more Salary Range Consultant, Claims – Indemnity Technical Specialty: $108,000.00 – $200,000.00. Expected starting salary range: $108,000.00 – $162,000.00. Equal Opportunity Employer Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company