Complex Claims Specialist - General Liability; Construction Defect

## Complex Claims Specialist
- General Liability (Construction Defect)
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Posted 2 Days Ago:
R0020355
** Job Type:
** Permanent
* * Build a brilliant future with Hiscox
** The Complex Claims Specialist is a senior level individual contributor position. This person adjudicates assigned claims within given authority and provides operational support to the claims team.**
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* Please Note:

This position is primarily hybrid and requires in-office attendance at least two (2) days per week for candidates that are located near one of our office locations.*
* *** However, qualified remote candidates will also be considered*****
* ***** The Position Can Be Based In:
*** Atlanta, GA
* Boston, MA
* Chicago, IL
* Manhattan, NY
* Scottsdale, AZ
* West Hartford, CT
** This Person Will Also:
*** Strategize and maximize early settlement opportunities for
** Construction Defect and 3rd Party Property Damage Claims
*** Demonstrate proficient knowledge regarding coverage triggers and time on risk allocation
* Draft and Review coverage analyses
* Manage/Partner with local defense counsel while monitoring litigation
* Drive litigation best practices to manage deployment and utilization of defense counsel
* Continually assess exposures and adequacy of claim reserves
* Demonstrate proficient knowledge regarding theories of liability and state specific negligence standards
* Accurately document claim files with all relevant correspondence, documentation, and file notes
* Demonstrate proficient knowledge of ACV vs RCV property damage assessments
* Attend mediations and/or settlement conferences where appropriate
* Identify suspected fraudulent claims and tracks with special investigations unit
* Actively participate in the Claims/UW/Actuarial feedback loop
* Keep senior claims management adequately and appropriately informed of key issues
* Liaison directly on a daily basis with insureds and brokers
** The Team:
** The US Claims team at Hiscox is a growing group of professionals working together to provide superior customer service and claims handling expertise. The claims staff are empowered to manage their claims within given authority to provide fair and fast resolution of claims for our insured and broker partners. With strong growth across the US business, the Claims team is focused on delivering profitability while reinforcing Hiscox’s strong brand built on a long history of outstanding claims handling.
** Requirements:
*** 10+ years of claims handling experience within General Liability & Bodily Injury
* A JD from an ABA accredited law school may be considered as a supplement to claims handling experience
* Proven ability to positively affect highest severity claims outcomes through investigation, negotiation and effectively leading litigation
* Expert knowledge of coverage within the team’s specialty or focus
* Expert knowledge of litigation process and negotiation skills
* Proven track record of mentoring others
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Advanced analytical skills
* B.A./B.S degree from an accredited College or University preferred
** Hiscox Values:
** At Hiscox our spirit is in
** Challenging Convention
** and everything we do is guided by our Values.
* ** Courage:
** Dare to take a risk
* ** Ownership:
** Passionate, commercial and accountable
* ** Integrity:
** Do the right thing, however hard
* ** Connected**:
Together, build something better
* ** Human:
** Clear, fair and inclusive
** What Hiscox USA Offers:
*** Competitive salary and bonus (based on personal & company performance)
* 401(k) with competitive company matching
* Comprehensive health insurance, vision, dental and FSA plans (medical, limited purpose, and dependent care)
* Company paid…