Axis Capital
This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital - a trusted
global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.
We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. Job Description AXIS is seeking a
Senior Claims Specialist - Environmental Claims
to join our North America Claims team. The candidate should possess the ability to handle primary & excess claims arising from policies issued to AXIS Environmental insureds. This role will be responsible for: Managing claims including investigation, analysis, and evaluation of coverage liability for environmental cleanups, toxic torts, property damage, and bodily injury, following best practices for first-party and third-party claims. Reviewing claims to determine the nature of loss, coverage, and scope, and guiding the strategic direction regarding settlement/disposition of claims. Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners as their lead contact within the claims department for assigned claims and the claims of direct reports. Collaborating with the Specialty Complex Claims team on coverage disputes, including litigation and arbitration matters initiated by Axis issuing companies, and when Axis issuing companies are parties to such litigation. Escalating coverage issues and recommending outside coverage counsel assignments for approval where warranted. Formulating claims and litigation strategies, and managing outside counsel. Managing costs, including use of coverage counsel and litigation costs, and collaborating with Litigation Management and Vendor Management teams to ensure cost management and development of vendor panels. Communicating extensively with senior executives, brokers, reinsurers, actuaries, underwriters, insureds, and auditors. Supporting underwriting inquiries, reporting claim trends, data analysis, and risk assessments. Maintaining documentation of key business statistics and metrics. Leading and participating in presentations and discussions with underwriters and insureds on large losses and claim trends. Leading and participating in claim audits, audit wrap-up meetings, and formal reporting. Identifying liability and coverage trends and issues, and developing processes and strategies for handling such claims, ensuring consistent claims management across segments. Performing other duties as assigned. KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES: 5-10+ years of claims management experience in Casualty and/or Specialty Lines Claims, with: Leadership, organizational, and management skills or legal practice experience. Ability to influence and collaborate across organizational levels and resolve complex claims. Strong analytical thinking to drive results in legal and claims processes. Understanding of claim issues, portfolio impact, and customer service considerations. Excellent communication skills, effective with conflicting expectations and opinions. Experience handling casualty claims and presenting to senior management. Knowledge of claims, litigation, arbitration, and trial processes, with negotiation skills. Bachelor's degree required; JD preferred. Technical skills in coverage analysis, evaluation, reserving, negotiation, and settlement. Valid licenses as required; willingness to travel. Alignment with Axis Culture and Values: People, Decisiveness, Excellence, and Stronger Together.
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global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance.
We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. Job Description AXIS is seeking a
Senior Claims Specialist - Environmental Claims
to join our North America Claims team. The candidate should possess the ability to handle primary & excess claims arising from policies issued to AXIS Environmental insureds. This role will be responsible for: Managing claims including investigation, analysis, and evaluation of coverage liability for environmental cleanups, toxic torts, property damage, and bodily injury, following best practices for first-party and third-party claims. Reviewing claims to determine the nature of loss, coverage, and scope, and guiding the strategic direction regarding settlement/disposition of claims. Developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners as their lead contact within the claims department for assigned claims and the claims of direct reports. Collaborating with the Specialty Complex Claims team on coverage disputes, including litigation and arbitration matters initiated by Axis issuing companies, and when Axis issuing companies are parties to such litigation. Escalating coverage issues and recommending outside coverage counsel assignments for approval where warranted. Formulating claims and litigation strategies, and managing outside counsel. Managing costs, including use of coverage counsel and litigation costs, and collaborating with Litigation Management and Vendor Management teams to ensure cost management and development of vendor panels. Communicating extensively with senior executives, brokers, reinsurers, actuaries, underwriters, insureds, and auditors. Supporting underwriting inquiries, reporting claim trends, data analysis, and risk assessments. Maintaining documentation of key business statistics and metrics. Leading and participating in presentations and discussions with underwriters and insureds on large losses and claim trends. Leading and participating in claim audits, audit wrap-up meetings, and formal reporting. Identifying liability and coverage trends and issues, and developing processes and strategies for handling such claims, ensuring consistent claims management across segments. Performing other duties as assigned. KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES: 5-10+ years of claims management experience in Casualty and/or Specialty Lines Claims, with: Leadership, organizational, and management skills or legal practice experience. Ability to influence and collaborate across organizational levels and resolve complex claims. Strong analytical thinking to drive results in legal and claims processes. Understanding of claim issues, portfolio impact, and customer service considerations. Excellent communication skills, effective with conflicting expectations and opinions. Experience handling casualty claims and presenting to senior management. Knowledge of claims, litigation, arbitration, and trial processes, with negotiation skills. Bachelor's degree required; JD preferred. Technical skills in coverage analysis, evaluation, reserving, negotiation, and settlement. Valid licenses as required; willingness to travel. Alignment with Axis Culture and Values: People, Decisiveness, Excellence, and Stronger Together.
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