Senior Claims Specialist, Casualty Programs

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.

At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.

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AXIS Capital,

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a leading provider of specialty insurance and global reinsurance. We give people and organizations the confidence to take necessary risks in the pursuit of their goals and ambitions. Our strength is grounded in our people and culture, which encourages collaboration, diversity, and entrepreneurialism.

• Hybrid work model:
  We value work-life balance and offer flexibility to our employees through a hybrid work model
• Diverse and inclusive environment:
  We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees
• Career growth opportunities:
  We are committed to your professional development and offer various opportunities for growth advancement
• Social impact initiatives:
  We believe in making a difference and support various social and environmental causes

AXIS is seeking a Senior Claims Specialist, Casualty Programs to join our North America Programs Claims team and will report to the Claims Manager, Casualty Programs Claims. As a direct report to the Claims Manager, Casualty Programs Claims, the candidate should possess the ability to manage Casualty Programs claims with particular emphasis on New York Labor Law, Construction, and Complex Claims.

The ideal candidate will manage claims by investigating, analyzing and evaluating coverage for complex liability third-party casualty programs claims and be responsible for:

Evaluating complex claims (TPA oversight and direct handle) to determine appropriate settlement strategies and ensure adherence to company policies

Ensuring timely evaluating, reserving and disposition of assigned claims

Mentoring junior claims adjusters, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development

Utilizing working knowledge of the legal frameworks and claims handling practices relevant to the jurisdictions in which the claims arise. In particular, utilize a working knowledge of New York Labor Law, Construction and Complex claims.

Documenting coverage, investigation, damages, reserve rationale, negotiations, etc associated with claim

Reviewing contracts for risk transfer evaluations, coverage analysis and tender review

Investigating potentially fraudulent claims and take appropriate action

Identifying opportunities for subrogation and contribution to the claim

Providing technical advice, training and guidance to TPA/Contractor adjusters including strategic direction

Close collaboration with the Specialty Complex Claims team with regard to coverage disputes, including litigation and arbitration matters initiated by AXIS issuing companies and when AXIS issuing companies are parties to such litigation;
Collaborating across disciplines and business units, including: the general counsel team overseeing errors and omissions issues arising from claims handling

Exhibit "best-in-class" claim handling behaviors as measured by feedback from internal and external business partners AXIS Culture and Values – everyday demonstrate the AXIS behaviors that support and align with AXIS values:
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