Markel

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Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for the resolution of moderate to high complexity and moderate to high exposure claims which can be subject to disputes that must be resolved in mediation or litigation. The primary purpose of this job is to handle claims from coverage enquiry through legal liability assessment (where relevant) and quantum analysis, to timely and accurate resolution; ensuring mitigation of indemnity and expense exposure while communicating developments and outcomes as necessary to all internal and external stakeholders. The position will have increased responsibility for decision making within their authority and work with minimal oversight and will provide training and be a technical referral point for other team members.

Investigate, negotiate, and settle complex primary and excess policy management liability claims including D&O, EPL, and Fiduciary Liability.

Investigate and analyze coverage under primary and excess management liability insurance policies; make coverage determinations; draft routine and complex coverage correspondence; effectively communicate coverage positions to policyholders and other stakeholders; manage claims involving coverage litigation.

Manage litigation filed nationwide against insureds; appoint, direct, and manage defense counsel; proactively work toward expeditious and economical resolution of claims; assist internal claims vendor management, disbursement and legal collections teams with defense counsel, bill payment, and collection issues.

Communicate with underwriting as needed to manage claims and to alert of any significant developments.

Promptly communicate with Claims Manager on adverse case developments and provide information on pertinent issues affecting product lines.

Proven ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Analyze and convey summations of complex issues; recognise alternative approaches and develop action plans, both orally and in writing.

Manage any TPA relationships to include reporting responsibilities.

Maintain and adhere to internal guidelines and procedures, including reporting requirements.

Contribute and assist in the implementation of a wide range of initiatives, discussions, and action plans initiated by the Claims Manager.

Participate in broker related meetings as required.

Actively participate in ongoing training and development as directed by the Claims Manager.

Requirements

At least 3-5+ years of management liability claims or litigation experience preferred. Excess liability (quota share, first layer and high layer) claims or litigation experience a plus College degree and/or professional designation required, JD preferred Markel offers hybrid working schedules of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Pay information

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job‑relevant education, job‑relevant experience, training licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors.

The national average salary range for the Senior Claims Examiner is $78,000 - $107,250 with 15% incentive.

Who we are

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better We enjoy the everyday | We think further

What’s in it for you

• All full‑time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Equal‑opportunity statement

Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non‑work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.