Claims Specialist - EPL

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

AXIS is a leading provider of specialty insurance and global reinsurance. The Employment Practices Liability team is an engaging team handling excess and primary claims for various AXIS policy forms. The strength of our team is grounded in our people and culture, encouraging collaboration, growth, and diversity.

The selected individual will collaborate with a team to investigate, analyze, and evaluate Third Party Liability claims, ensuring proper coverage determinations. Expertise will be developed in Employment Practices Liability while engaging with complex insureds on significant and dynamic disputes. This role offers meaningful opportunities to contribute to impactful case resolutions within specialized insurance sectors. The selected individual will also have exposure to Fiduciary Liability claims.

• Serve as a Claims Specialist focused on Employment Practices Liability Claims within AXIS' North America Claim team.
• Determine the appropriate valuation of complex claims, recommend settlement strategies, adhere to company policies, and collaborate with insureds, brokers, and partners effectively.
• Travel to participate in mediations, observe trials, and strengthen relationships with vital AXIS partners.
• Escalate coverage concerns to internal teams and collaborate with external coverage attorneys when specific assignments necessitate their involvement.
• Develop claims and litigation strategies, delegate tasks, and oversee the work of external legal advisors effectively.
• Assist with underwriting inquiries while analyzing claim trends, conducting data analysis, and performing comprehensive risk assessments to support decision‑making processes.
• Keep precise records of claim activities and promptly update systems with all relevant details ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals.

• Seek candidates who bring unique perspectives and diverse skills to the team.
• Contribute actively to the success of a growing and dynamic team by bringing energy and a positive attitude.
• Hold a Juris Doctorate.
• Operate efficiently in settings with high visibility, shifting deadlines, and evolving expectations while staying focused and achieving outcomes.
• Demonstrate organizational abilities and solve problems effectively.
• Exhibit outstanding skill in verbal communication and written expression.
• Showcase skill as a litigator or litigation manager, well‑versed in dispute resolution.
• Write coverage letters independently with precision and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of the work.

Travel is associated with this role. The role requires you to be in office 3 days per week and adhere to AXIS licensing requirements.

For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $85,000 - $145,000. Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location.

In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, you will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and…