Senior Claim Specialist - Casualty and Specialty Lines

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 stride 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations.

This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital, a leading provider of specialty insurance and global reinsurance. We provide 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 our culture, which encourages collaboration, diversity, and entrepreneurial thinking.

• 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

This role will be responsible for:

• Direct handling primary and excess casualty and specialty claims, including claims under General Liability, Design Professional E&O, Miscellaneous E&O and other specialty policies.
• Investigating and analyzing liability, damages and insurance coverage issues.
• Drafting and communicating clear, well-supported coverage positions and settlement rationales to insureds, brokers and legal counsel.
• Assessing exposure, establishing and maintaining accurate reserves, and strategically guiding litigated and non-litigated matters towards efficient resolution.
• Assigning and managing external vendors including legal counsel by providing budget and billing oversight, driving litigation strategy, and collaborating with internal Vendor Management teams to enhance cost management efforts.
• Collaborating with insureds and defence counsel to advance the defence and resolution of claims, including participating in settlement negotiations, mediations and settlement conferences, presenting well-reasoned positions and negotiating outcomes that reflect overall exposure.
• Maintaining open and professional communication with broker partners and insureds on claim-related activity, and keeping internal stakeholders informed of significant developments, trends, and large loss activity.
• Maintaining high standards and timely file documentation, ensuring each file reflects a clear and complete rationale for all claims decisions, including coverage determinations, exposure assessments, reserves and file strategy.
• Acting as a technical resource and mentor to peers, contributing to a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
• Contributing to internal initiatives, process enhancements, and training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 5-7+ years of experience…