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Arch Insurance Group Inc. · 2 months ago

VP, Commercial Claims

Alpharetta, GA United States of America

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$225K/yr - $275K/yr

12+ years exp

Arch Insurance Group Inc. is a company that promotes progress and inspires its clients, employees, and communities. They are seeking a VP of Commercial Claims to oversee the management and resolution of complex casualty claims across their commercial lines portfolio, leading a team of claims professionals and driving strategic initiatives to enhance outcomes for high-severity claims.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise and oversight to a Casualty Claims department directly handling complex casualty coverage issues, including general liability, auto, excess, and umbrella claims

Leads, directs and has full management accountability for Claims staff with an emphasis on talent management and succession planning in accordance with corporate strategic direction

Collaborates with Underwriting, Risk Management, Actuarial, TPAs and other stakeholders to ensure knowledge sharing on market trends, legal changes, portfolio management and loss developments

Assist with development of Claims annual operational goals, objectives and budgets

Manage the Trial Committee process, including review of cases set for trial, development of resolution strategies, and oversight of reporting to Home Office

Oversee reserve reviews and ensure timely and accurate reserving practices for casualty claims

Conduct training sessions on current topics and facilitate both internal and external partnership calls to discuss issues of concern with Underwriting, Actuarial, Legal, and Risk Engineering teams

Partner with other business unit leadership to ensure consistency in process and quality claim handling across business units

Identify opportunities for loss cost reduction and support strategies that result in improved financial outcomes

Work on various claims-related projects as needed

Develop and implement strategies relative to coverage issues, including drafting and reviewing coverage position letters, retaining and directing coverage counsel, and reviewing counsel’s opinion letters and analysis

Maintain contact with associated claims carriers, business line leaders, underwriters, defense counsel, program managers, and brokers to communicate developments and outcomes as necessary

Analyze and direct risk transfer, additional insured issues, and contractual indemnity issues

Prepare and present written/oral reports to senior management setting forth all issues influencing evaluations and recommending reserves

Qualification

Casualty claims handlingClaims management experienceLicenses in multiple jurisdictionsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft WordAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skillsTeamworkPresentation skills

Required

Minimum of 12+ years of experience in the insurance industry handling coverage issues and casualty claims, including general liability, auto, excess, and umbrella

7+ years of demonstrated management experience leading a team of claims examiners in primary and excess

Licenses in multiple jurisdictions. Applicants must possess or obtain proper and active adjuster licensing in all applicable states within three months of hire

Demonstrated ability in analyzing, organizing and presenting information in a clear and succinct manner

Detailed technical knowledge of casualty claims handling with the ability to advise Claims Examiners on complex cases

Ability to analyze complex coverage issues and draft coverage disclaimers/Reservation of Rights letters

Casualty Claims Audit experience

Demonstrate strong executive presence with internal and external stakeholders

Hands-on experience and strong aptitude with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Exceptional communication (written and verbal), evaluating, influencing, negotiating, listening, and interpersonal skills to effectively develop productive working relationships with internal/external peers and other professionals across organizational lines

Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical, organizational, and time management skills

Demonstrated ability in taking part in active strategic discussions

Demonstrated ability in working independently and in a team environment

Excellent presentation skills & ability to make decisions in a team-based environment

Willing and able to travel 15%

Role is hybrid and (2) days in office

bachelor's degree required

Preferred

JD preferred

Benefits

Multiple medical plans plus dental, vision and prescription drug coverage

A competitive 401k with generous matching

PTO beginning at 20 days per year

Up to 12 paid company holidays per year plus 2 paid days of Volunteer Time Off

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave of up to 10 weeks

Student Loan Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

Backup Child and Elder Care

Company

Arch Insurance Group Inc.

Arch Insurance Group Inc., a division of Arch Capital Group Ltd. (ACGL), is a market-leading specialty insurer.

Founded in 2002

Jersey City, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://insurance.archgroup.com

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