Zurich North America is hiring an Marine Claims Senior Claims Specialist Role to join our team! We are open to remote work for the right candidate located within the U.S..
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Ability to handle dedicated accounts.
- Frequent interaction with Assureds, Brokers and Underwriters.
- Some travel may be required but this is not very frequent.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.
OR
- Juris Doctor and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.
OR
- Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree with 6 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.
OR
- Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.
OR
- High School Diploma Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.
AND
- Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
- Microsoft Office experience
- Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and products
Preferred Qualifications:
- Extensive Marine claims experience preferred.
- Emphasis on Marine Liability, Hull, Blue water and brown water claims, Jones Act, General Average and Ocean Cargo Claims experience preferred.
- Licensed in all states as needed preferred.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills
- Experience collaborating in a team environment and building cross functional working relationships
- Proactively shares and promotes sharing of insights
- Ability to gather unique perspectives from other teams/functions to optimize outcomes.
- Understands, analyzes, and applies the component parts of an insurance policy for complex claims
- Ability to follow reserving process for indemnity and expense in analyzing the potential exposure of complex claims
- Ability to determine the scope and exposure for complex claims
- Ability to leverage trend and relationships to provide high-quality customer service
- Well-versed in identifying, understanding and explaining complex financial and/or actuarial trends/concepts.
- Ability to effectively communicate coverage determinations to customers/clients/brokers for complex claims
- Ability to direct counsel on an ongoing basis to guide the course of complex litigation and settlement strategies
Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. For additional information about our Total Rewards, click here. Other rewards may include short term incentive bonuses and merit increases. Candidates with salary expectations outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill, and education. The salary provided is a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location where the position may be filled. The starting salary range for this position is $72,800.00 - $119,200.00.
As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).
A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?
Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.
As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
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Location(s): AM - Los Angeles, AM - Remote Work (US)
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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