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Argo Group · 5 days ago

Senior New York Labor Law Technical Claims Specialist

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$162K/yr - $223K/yr

7+ years exp

Argo Group is a leading wealth solutions provider focused on securing the financial futures of individuals and institutions. They are seeking a Senior New York Labor Law Technical Claims Specialist to adjudicate claims related to general liability and New York Labor Law, ensuring timely and effective resolution while managing complex cases.

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No H1B

Responsibilities

Adjudicate New York Labor Law claims at the highest authority limits on assignments reflecting the highest degree of technical complexity

Conduct detailed information gathering, analysis and investigation to find solutions to issues that are numerous and undefined

Report to senior management and underwriters on claims trends and developments

Analyze claims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions, and other records to determine whether the loss falls within the policy coverage

Investigate claims promptly and thoroughly, including interviewing all involved parties

Manage claims in litigation

Manage diary timely and complete tasks to ensure that cases move to the best financial outcome and timely resolution

Properly set claim reserves, taking into account how different policy wordings impact the claims reserving process

Identify, assign, and coordinate the assignment and coordination of expertise resources to assist in case resolution

Prepare reports for file documentation

Apply creative solutions which result in the best financial outcome

Negotiate settlements

Process mail and prioritize workload

Responsible for telephone calls and written correspondence to/from various parties (insured, claimant, etc.)

Have an appreciation and passion for strong claim management

Qualification

New York Labor LawClaims negotiationClaims reserving techniquesCommercial general liability claimsMS Office SuiteIntellectual curiosityCommunicationTime managementProblem-solvingClient focus

Required

Seven years' experience adjudicating commercial general liability claims with a focus on New York Labor Law

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school is strongly preferred

Two or more insurance designations or four additional years of related experience adjudicating environmental claims beyond the minimum experience required above may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Good business acumen (i.e. understand how an insurance company works and makes money, including how this role impacts both Argo Group and our customers' ability to be profitable)

Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance

A strong focus on execution in getting things done right

Proven ability to consistently produce and deliver expected results to all stakeholders

Finding a way to achieve success through adversity

Being solution (not problem) focused

Thinking with a global mindset first

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships

Exhibit natural and intellectual curiosity in order to consistently explore and consider all options

Successful traits (flexibility, ability to thrive in change, being resourceful on your own) necessary to work in a fast-paced environment

Excellent evaluation and strategic skills required

Strong claim negotiation skills

Knows how claims reserving techniques are used and how to assess whether a claim reserve is accurate

Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with clients, business partners and organizational peers

Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize workload while handling multiple tasks and deadlines

Demonstrates innovative thinking and regularly shares ideas to help the team

Intellectual curiosity

Client focus – the ability to effectively determine specific client needs and to provide value added solutions

Ability to articulate the financial value of your work at multiple responsibility levels inside our clients' business

Demonstrates inner strength

Proficient in MS Office Suite and other business-related software

Polished and professional written and verbal communication skills

The ability to read and write English fluently is required

Must demonstrate a desire for continued professional development through continuing education and self-development opportunities

Licensed Claims Examiner (Based on state) Must be licensed or have ability to quickly obtain a license in each jurisdiction requiring a license to adjudicate first party claims within 120 Days