55 applicants

Company

Nationwide · 6 hours ago

Consultant, Claims - Indemnity Specialty

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$93K/yr - $139K/yr

8+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Completes detailed review and analysis of claims. Investigates liability and damages.

Brings files to closure, either by voluntary dismissals or by negotiation of settlements.

Resolves amount of appropriate settlements or grounds for denial. Assists in the drafting of settlement documents.

Provides reserve analysis to ensure timely and accurate case reserves in according to optimal claims practices.

Negotiates cost sharing agreements between other insurance carriers and policyholders.

Maintains current knowledge of assigned insurance lines, court decisions which may impact the claims function, current guidelines and policy changes and modifications. This may require attendance at various seminars or training session

Creates and analyzes severe incident reports, reinsurance reports and other information to corporate office, Claims Management and Underwriting.

Performs continuous review of claims inventory. Prepares appropriate internal reports, memos and analysis on a regular basis.

Determines duty to defend and selects defense counsel as appropriate. Closely monitors outside counsel's work product. Reviews and gives input in all levels to interrogatories, etc. in each case. Manages litigation when appropriate.

Serves as company witness on coverage position at depositions. Attends mediation sessions in attempt to resolve claims. Prepares legal audits at various law firms.

Provides advice, counsel and training to Claims Representatives of all levels. Provides specialized training and consultation to non-claims areas as requested.

Delivers a positive customer service experience to all internal, external, current and prospective Nationwide customers.

Serves as lead Claims representative in area of specialty. Serves as back-up to claims management. Assists with selection and training of new representatives.

Qualification

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Environmental claims experienceSexual molestation claims experienceTechnical knowledge of environmental dangersInsurance industry knowledgeClaims reviewReserve analysisLegal aspects of insuranceSilica claims experienceAsbestos claims experienceAdvanced communication skills

Required

Environmental claims experience is a highly preferred, specifically sexual molestation experience.

Technical Knowledge: environmental dangers or environmental legal cases.

Additional experience in silica or asbestos claims experience is a plus.

Undergraduate degree in related field preferred.

Post-graduate studies preferred.

State licensing where required.

Relevant professional designations or certifications desirable (CPCU, CLU, IIA, AEI, etc.).

Eight years of specialty claims experience preferred.

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 that relate 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.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Short and long term disability coverage

Paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date

Nine paid holidays

8 hours of Lifetime paid time off

8 hours of Unity Day paid time off

401(k) with company match

Company-paid pension plan

Business casual attire

And more.

Company

Nationwide

Glassdoor

3.9

Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States.

Founded in 1925

Columbus, Ohio, USA

10,001+ employees