Senior Litigations Claims Examiner

Senior Litigations Claims Examiner

Philadelphia, PA, US

Pennsylvania Lumbermens Mutual Insurance Company

Reports To: Litigations Claims Manager

Position Summary: The purpose of this position is to facilitate, coordinate and expedite the immediate handling of all casualty claims, to control and critique large exposure cases and to resolve claims in a prompt, fair and equitable manner.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Establish accurate reserves.
• Determine verification of coverage.
• Delegate settlement authority to adjustors.
• Handle all complicated litigation and critique trial preparation with attorneys.
• Attend mediation and settlement conferences.
• Analyze insurance contracts.
• Communicate with the public.
• Maintain an appropriate diary date on files under direct supervision.
• Ensure that a file is proceeding towards a prompt, fair and equitable claim settlement.
• Direct responsibility for supervision of all subrogation and arbitration handling.

Knowledge and Skills:

• 10 years experience in casualty claims.
• Knowledge of MSOffice.
• Prior supervisory experience.
• Basic knowledge of various applicable state law systems.
• Strong litigation skills.
• Above average reading comprehension and math skills.
• Ability to deal with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to handle difficult situations, including upset policyholders in a courteous and professional manner.
• Experience controlling expenses.
• Proficient negotiation skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytic skills and ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ongoing training through the Insurance Institute of America.
• College degree preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Property & Casualty Insurance: 5 years (Preferred)
• Commercial Claims: 5 years (Preferred)
• Construction Defect: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19103