Claims Specialist ​/ Claims Manager

Claims Specialist / Claims Manager

Department: Insurance & Financial Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Connecticut

Location: New York or Connecticut area

Compensation: Up to $100,000, depending on experience and level

Employment type: Permanent, direct hire

An established independent insurance agency is seeking a seasoned Claims Specialist or Claims Manager to strengthen its commercial claims capability. The role can flex based on the selected candidate: a manager-level hire may lead a small claims team, while a strong senior individual contributor can be considered for a specialist-level position.

• Manage and guide commercial insurance claims through clear communication, sound judgment, and consistent follow-through.
• Serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, carriers, producers, and internal account teams.
• Advocate for clients and help move claims toward effective resolution.
• At the manager level, provide leadership and oversight for a small claims team.
• Contribute to a highly service-oriented, relationship-driven agency environment.

• Significant commercial claims experience.
• Five or more years of experience preferred for Claims Specialist candidates.
• Prior claims-team or department leadership strongly preferred for Claims Manager candidates.
• Carrier-side claims experience is highly valued; agency-side backgrounds are also welcome.
• Strong communication, client-service, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Insurance licensing is helpful but not required.

• Move into an established independent agency with a meaningful commercial client base.
• Use your claims expertise in a relationship-led environment where service and judgment matter.
• Flexible level and title for the right candidate.
• Competitive benefits, including health coverage, 401(k) match, PTO, sick time, and paid holidays