Claims Manager - General Liability and Non-Litigation

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve. Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies Certified as a Great Place to Work® Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance Claims Manager - General Liability and Non-Litigation PRIMARY PURPOSE: To lead and oversee the non-litigated General Liability claims operations for a Large National Client by managing operational leadership teams, driving technical consistency, supporting claim quality initiatives, and ensuring high-quality claim and client outcomes. Has direct responsibility for 25-49 colleagues. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Non-Litigation Operations Leadership Oversees day-to-day operations of the non-litigated General Liability claims program for a Large National Client. Provides leadership and direction to Non-Litigation Team Leaders responsible for claim inventory management and examiner performance. Maintains oversight of the full non-litigated GL claim inventory and operational performance across the program. Monitors operational metrics including inventory management, closure rates, cycle time, claim quality, pending management, and customer service outcomes. Ensures compliance with client handling instructions, jurisdictional requirements, corporate standards, and best practices. Leadership & Team Management Directly supervises Non-Litigation Team Leaders supporting the Large National Client GL program. Provides indirect oversight for non-litigated claim examiner teams. Supports staffing strategy, succession planning, colleague development, and performance management within the non-litigation organization. Provides coaching, technical guidance, and leadership support to strengthen claim handling quality and operational consistency. Promotes a collaborative, accountable, and client-focused culture across the non-litigation teams. Technical & Claim Oversight Supports consistency in liability analysis, investigation quality, reserving practices, and claim resolution strategies. Partners with Team Leaders and examiners to drive timely and effective claim resolution. Identifies trends, operational challenges, and emerging exposures within the non-litigated claim portfolio. Collaborates with litigation leadership and executive leadership to support escalation management and transition of claims into litigation when appropriate. Supports implementation of best practices and continuous improvement initiatives across the program. Client Partnership & Service Delivery Supports client relationships through operational transparency, responsiveness, and proactive issue resolution. Participates in client meetings, stewardship discussions, and operational reviews as needed. Partners with client-facing leadership to ensure alignment between operational execution and client expectations. Supports delivery of operational insights, trend analysis, and performance improvement initiatives. Financial & Performance Management Monitors operational performance, indemnity trends, expense management, and claim outcomes across the non-litigated portfolio. Utilizes reporting and analytics to identify trends, measure performance, and drive operational improvements. Supports operational planning, staffing strategy, workload balancing, and resource allocation within the non-litigation organization. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations. Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions. Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance. Travels as required. QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Licenses as required. Experience: Eight (8) years claims management experience including two (2) years supervisory experience or equivalent combination of experience and education. Skills & Knowledge Thorough knowledge of General Liability claims handling practices and procedures Strong operational leadership and organizational management skills Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills Ability to lead teams and drive operational consistency Ability to analyze operational trends and implement improvement strategies Strong client relationship and collaboration skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products and reporting platforms Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-driven environment WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is (83,217.00 - 116,504.00 USD Annual). A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com