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Zurich North America

General Liability Claims Specialist I

Zurich North America, Florida, New York, United States

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We are looking for a General Liability Claims Specialist I to join Zurich North America’s Claims team.

Work model is a hybrid with remote and in‑office collaboration. The selected candidate must report to one of the following offices: Dallas, TX; Maitland, FL; or Schaumburg, IL.

About the Role Zurich is currently seeking an individual interested in growing their career with our General Liability team. As a General Liability (GL) Claims Specialist, you will work with a diverse team of claims professionals, enhancing your technical skills in GL policy interpretation and coverage analysis to effectively resolve claims.

Key Responsibilities

Handle non‑litigated GL claims of low to moderate exposure and complexity, such as slip/trip and fall, product liability, and other third‑party injuries resulting from premises liability exposures.

Manage a caseload within specified authority limits from beginning to end with coaching and supervision.

Collaborate and develop partnerships with internal and external points of contact, including customers, vendors, suppliers, and brokers, to provide a quality claims experience.

Learn and develop knowledge of established protocols and industry best practices to ensure efficient, effective, and customer‑centric claims handling.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and 2 or more years of experience in Claims Handling or Insurance; OR

Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area; OR

Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree with 2 or more years of experience in Claims Handling or Insurance; OR

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 or more years of experience in Claims Handling or Insurance.

Additional Requirements

Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s).

Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets, and products.

Preferred Qualifications

General liability claims handling experience.

Active adjuster’s license.

Experience collaborating across work groups.

Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships.

Understanding of the claims adjustment process and ability to determine scope/exposure for losses.

Knowledge of vendor utilization and litigation strategy development.

Financial and actuarial/reserving concepts comprehension.

Familiarity with negotiation strategies and alternative approaches.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Customer service experience.

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation Pay range: $48,600.00 – $79,500.00. Short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance.

Zurich North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code.

Location: Addison, TX; Maitland, FL; Schaumburg, IL. Remote Working: Hybrid. Schedule: Full Time. Employment Sponsorship Offered: No.

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