W. R. Berkley Corporation
Claims Manager - Construction Defect
W. R. Berkley Corporation, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Company Details
Vela Insurance Services provides specialized Excess and Surplus Lines Casualty and Professional Liability insurance solutions in the following four market segments.: Construction, Specialty Casualty, Velocity Small Business & Professional Liability.
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. https://www.vela-ins.com/
Responsibilities This role can be located in Atlanta, GA, Scottsdale, AZ or other national locations and seeks a strong leader to supervise and direct a claims team responsible for the handling of construction defect claims. This individual will monitor conformance of claims personnel to best practices, industry and company standards, procedures, and objectives and holds responsibility and accountability for departmental results.
With strong and developed leadership skills, provide excellent technical oversight and direction to claim professionals and other colleagues at all levels
Work affably to build team commitment and promote a positive climate within the team
High level of competence in construction defect coverage evaluations, rationales and positions
Closely manage litigation and associated expense, driving early resolution where appropriate
Act as key decision maker in determining claim values and resolution strategies
Utilize data to identify trends, measure and advance metrics and goals
Drive reserving sufficiency in compliance with reserve philosophy and goals
Work closely with claim professionals on claims within and over their authority levels
Conduct performance appraisals of direct reports, and provide professional development guidance and opportunities
Assist claim professionals in preparing reports for and conducting discussions with various levels of management and service partners
Contribute to profitability by supervising adherence to Best Practices to achieve optimum financial results
Develop and maintain positive customer relationships and provide superior customer service to internal and external clients and partners
Work collaboratively with other claim managers, teams and other departments within the company
Prepare and present on departmental, segment and industry trends
Stay abreast of litigation trends, challenges and changes in all jurisdictions
Act as mentor and assist professional development of direct reports and others
Identify procedural, technical, or personnel opportunities and/or issues
Maintain a timely diary and activities
Meet and maintain all state licensing requirements at all times (see qualifications below)
Adhere to all statutory regulations, Unfair Claims Practices acts, and corporate best practices
Regular and predictable attendance; some travel required
Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned
Qualifications
Four (4) year College Degree or equivalent industry experience
JD preferred
Evidence of leadership studies and trainings
Industry designations preferred (CRIS, AIC, SCLA, etc.)
Five (5) years of previous managerial experience preferred
Ten (10) or more years’ claims handling experience or equivalent experience specifically to Construction Defect
In-depth knowledge of the insurance industry, including legal and regulatory environments.
Specific knowledge and expertise in Construction Liability, Construction Defect, General Liability and Products Liability (BI & PD) related claims required
Ability to challenge and develop claim professionals to help them achieve their maximum potential
Ability to manage remote / virtual teams
Applicable adjusters license(s) to include: CA, CT, DE, FL, KY, LA, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, SC, TX, VT, WV, WY
Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
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The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. https://www.vela-ins.com/
Responsibilities This role can be located in Atlanta, GA, Scottsdale, AZ or other national locations and seeks a strong leader to supervise and direct a claims team responsible for the handling of construction defect claims. This individual will monitor conformance of claims personnel to best practices, industry and company standards, procedures, and objectives and holds responsibility and accountability for departmental results.
With strong and developed leadership skills, provide excellent technical oversight and direction to claim professionals and other colleagues at all levels
Work affably to build team commitment and promote a positive climate within the team
High level of competence in construction defect coverage evaluations, rationales and positions
Closely manage litigation and associated expense, driving early resolution where appropriate
Act as key decision maker in determining claim values and resolution strategies
Utilize data to identify trends, measure and advance metrics and goals
Drive reserving sufficiency in compliance with reserve philosophy and goals
Work closely with claim professionals on claims within and over their authority levels
Conduct performance appraisals of direct reports, and provide professional development guidance and opportunities
Assist claim professionals in preparing reports for and conducting discussions with various levels of management and service partners
Contribute to profitability by supervising adherence to Best Practices to achieve optimum financial results
Develop and maintain positive customer relationships and provide superior customer service to internal and external clients and partners
Work collaboratively with other claim managers, teams and other departments within the company
Prepare and present on departmental, segment and industry trends
Stay abreast of litigation trends, challenges and changes in all jurisdictions
Act as mentor and assist professional development of direct reports and others
Identify procedural, technical, or personnel opportunities and/or issues
Maintain a timely diary and activities
Meet and maintain all state licensing requirements at all times (see qualifications below)
Adhere to all statutory regulations, Unfair Claims Practices acts, and corporate best practices
Regular and predictable attendance; some travel required
Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned
Qualifications
Four (4) year College Degree or equivalent industry experience
JD preferred
Evidence of leadership studies and trainings
Industry designations preferred (CRIS, AIC, SCLA, etc.)
Five (5) years of previous managerial experience preferred
Ten (10) or more years’ claims handling experience or equivalent experience specifically to Construction Defect
In-depth knowledge of the insurance industry, including legal and regulatory environments.
Specific knowledge and expertise in Construction Liability, Construction Defect, General Liability and Products Liability (BI & PD) related claims required
Ability to challenge and develop claim professionals to help them achieve their maximum potential
Ability to manage remote / virtual teams
Applicable adjusters license(s) to include: CA, CT, DE, FL, KY, LA, NH, NM, NC, OK, RI, SC, TX, VT, WV, WY
Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
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