Primary & Excess Casualty Claims Director
5 days ago
About the Role:
Our client, a respected national insurance carrier, is seeking a Primary & Excess Casualty Claims Director to lead the management of complex casualty claims across both primary and excess layers. This individual will oversee a team of experienced adjusters handling high-severity and high-exposure claims involving general liability, products liability, construction, and other casualty risks.
Salary
- $110,000 to $140,000+/year base salary
- Annual bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement
- Bachelor's degree required; Juris Doctor (JD) or CPCU designation preferred.
- 5+ years of experience handling and managing primary and excess casualty claims within an insurance carrier environment.
- Strong expertise in coverage analysis, liability evaluation, and litigation management across multiple jurisdictions.
- Proven experience leading and mentoring claims professionals.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives.
Job Description
- Oversee and direct the handling of complex primary and excess casualty claims to ensure timely, fair, and consistent resolution.
- Provide technical guidance and leadership to a team of adjusters handling large loss, high-exposure, and litigated claims.
- Review and approve settlements and reserves within authority; provide recommendations for large losses beyond authority levels.
- Partner closely with defense counsel to manage litigation strategies and control claim costs.
- Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, and risk control teams to provide insights on claim trends, coverage interpretation, and risk evaluation.
- Ensure compliance with internal best practices, regulatory requirements, and company procedures.
- Lead initiatives to improve claims quality, consistency, and service delivery.
- Deliver reporting and updates to senior management regarding portfolio performance, trends, and emerging risks.
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