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Zurich's North America Commercial and Global Corporate in North America business divisions are part of Zurich Financial Services Group (Zurich), an insurance-based financial services provider with a global network of subsidiaries and offices in North America and Europe as well as in Asia Pacific, Latin America and other markets. Founded in 1872, the Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. It employs approximately 60,000 people serving customers in more than 170 countries. In North America, Zurich (www.zurichna.com) is a leading commercial property-casualty insurance provider serving the global corporate, large corporate, middle market, specialties and programs sectors.
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Position ID: 20849
Position Title: Claims Specialist - Construction Defect & General Liability
Min Education Desired: Bachelors Degree
Travel Percentage: Minimum
Relocation: No
Job Summary:
Under technical supervision, handles construction defect commercial insurance claims of low to medium exposure and complexity within specific limits and authority. Verifies applicable coverage and liability. Sets appropriate reserves within authority level. Manages low-level litigation. Handles multi-party claims. Negotiates settlements within authority limit. Hires counsel; oversees litigation; negotiates litigation settlements. Serves as a mentor to lower level claims associates. Develops and maintains positive customer relationships; anticipates customer needs and monitors trends in order to recommend changes.
Job Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
5 or more years of Commercial Claims handling experience.
3 or more years General Liability claims handling experience needed.
In-depth knowledge of the insurance industry, claims, and the insurance legal and regulatory environment
Possesses a functional and developing knowledge of the legal statutes and procedures
Displays a thorough functional knowledge and skill of construction defects insurance claims handling
Coverage and case law knowledge
Proficient computer skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Problem solving skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors Degree or Equivalent
Construction Defect claims handling experience highly preferred
Active state required license
It is the policy of Zurich in North America, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, to attract and retain the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status.
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