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At Zurich North America Claims we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA Claims hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional circumstances requiring in-office attendance should be expected. The candidate selected for this opportunity should be able to report into [one of] the following North American Claims office[s]: remote in the United States.

We are excited to share that Zurich North America is hiring a Marine Claims Specialist role (With Cargo experience preferred) to join our team! We are open to remote work for the right candidate.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Ability to handle dedicated accounts. 
• Frequent interaction with Assureds, Brokers and Underwriters. 
• Some travel may be required but this is not very frequent.  

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in Claims or Insurance area OR
• Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area OR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area AND
• Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
• Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and products
• Microsoft Office experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Marine claims experience preferred. 
• Emphasis on Marine, Jones Act, General Average and Ocean Cargo Claims experience preferred. 
• Licensed in all states as needed preferred.   
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills
• Experience collaborating in a team environment and building cross functional working relationships
• Proactively shares and promotes sharing of insights
• Ability to gather unique perspectives from other teams/functions to optimize outcomes.
• Understands, analyzes, and applies the component parts of an insurance policy for complex claims
• Ability to follow reserving process for indemnity and expense in analyzing the potential exposure of complex claims
• Ability to determine the scope and exposure for complex claims
• Ability to leverage trend and relationships to provide high-quality customer service
• Well-versed in identifying, understanding and explaining complex financial and/or actuarial trends/concepts.
• Ability to effectively communicate coverage determinations to customers/clients/brokers for complex claims
• Ability to direct counsel on an ongoing basis to guide the course of complex litigation and settlement strategies

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

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 is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.

Join us for a brighter future-for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in 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 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - Texas Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No 
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