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    Berkley

    Insurance

    Claims Specialist

    Jersey City, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time7–10 yrs experience$93k – $173k / yearPosted 2d ago
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    Job description

    Company Details

    W. R. Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the nation’s premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. Founded in 2004, Berkley Environmental has underwriting and account executive units in seven regions. Berkley Environmental offers an array of coverages for virtually all classes traditionally known to have environmental liability exposures on both an admitted and non-admitted basis. We provide a comprehensive portfolio of commercial property casualty insurance, automobile liability and workers’ compensation, along with claim services, providing expertise to meet the unique business needs of our customers.

    Responsibilities

    This individual would be responsible for reviewing, processing, investigating, evaluating, negotiating and the settling of assigned property damage or bodily injury claims with the authority level generally up to $150,000.00. This position requires an understanding and knowledge of litigation management in multiple jurisdictions.

    Responsibilities

    • Complete coverage analysis
    • Conduct the necessary investigation, either by phone, or through independent adjusters, to determine coverage, liability and damages
    • Evaluate, negotiate, and settle assigned property damage or severe GL and/or complex bodily injury claims within authority granted, or seek authority for those claims in excess of authority
    • Resolve coverage disputes with insureds and agents
    • Prepare coverage opinion letters

    Qualifications

    • At least 7-10 years relevant industry complex GL or pollution environmental claim handling experience
    • Multi state experience required
    • Litigation experience required
    • Ability to work independently while assimilating various technical subjects
    • Good verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong negotiation skills
    • License Requirements: Per State or Jurisdictional requirements
    • Some travel required for attendance at mediations, settlement conferences, etc.
    • The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer

    Skills

    • Strong negotiation skills
    • Good verbal and written communication skills
    • Ability to work independently while assimilating technical subject matter
    • Coverage analysis and claims evaluation expertise
    • Litigation management knowledge across multiple jurisdictions

    Education

    • Bachelor’s degree preferred

    Additional Company Details

    The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including: • Base Salary Range: $93k -$173k • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus • Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

    Sponsorship Details

    Sponsorship not Offered for this RoleThis individual would be responsible for reviewing, processing, investigating, evaluating, negotiating and the settling of assigned property damage or bodily injury claims with the authority level generally up to $150,000.00. This position requires an understanding and knowledge of litigation management in multiple jurisdictions. Responsibilities - Complete coverage analysis - Conduct the necessary investigation, either by phone, or through independent adjusters, to determine coverage, liability and damages - Evaluate, negotiate, and settle assigned property damage or severe GL and/or complex bodily injury claims within authority granted, or seek authority for those claims in excess of authority - Resolve coverage disputes with insureds and agents - Prepare coverage opinion letters

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Berkley

    Berkley is a global insurance provider offering a wide range of insurance products and services.

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