Claims Specialist- EPL
Location: New York, New York
Description: CNA is currently seeking to employ Claims Specialist- EPL right now, this job will be reside in New York. Detailed specification about this job opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. -
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Description
CNA Insurance is currently recruiting for a claim specialist to work in our Employment Practices Liability area.
Job Summary
Under technical direction, investigates and maintains professional liability claims. Works within specific limits of authority on assignments requiring significant technical complexity and coordination. Utilizing claims policies and guidelines, reviews coverages, determines liability and compensability, secures information, arranges property damage appraisals, and negotiates and settles claims.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Interprets more complex or unusual policy coverages and determines if coverages apply to claims submitted, escalating issues as needed.
2. Sets reserves and authorizes payment within scope of authority, effectively settling claims in most cost effective manner and ensuring timely issuance of disbursements.
3. Coordinates and performs investigations and evaluates claims and suits through contact with insureds, claimants, witnesses and experts. Identifies files that have potential fraud and refers to SIU.
4. Utilizes negotiation skills to develop complex settlement packages.
5. Identifies claims with third party recovery potential and coordinates with subrogation/salvage unit.
6. Works with attorneys, account representatives, agents, and insureds regarding the handling and/or disposition of more complex claims.
7. Analyzes claims activities and prepares reports for management. May be responsible for special projects and presentations.
8. May update the claims systems.
9. May provide guidance and assistance to other claims staff and functional areas.
10. Keeps current on state/territory regulations and issues as well as industry activity and trends.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship
Manager or Director
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
1. Solid knowledge of claims and insurance industry theory and practices.
2. Demonstrated technical expertise and product specific knowledge.
3. Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of CNA's internal and external business partners.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
6. Ability to exercise independent judgement and make critical business decisions effectively.
7. Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite as well as other business-related software.
Education & Experience
1. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Juris Doctor highly-preferred. Professional designations preferred.
2. Typically a minimum three to five years claims experience in professional liability or 2 plus years in a law firm handling employment practices liability.
Job
Claim
Primary Location
United States-New York-New York
Other Locations
United States-Illinois-Chicago
Organization
CLAIM USSPL-Comm
Job Posting
Unposting Date
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This job starts available on: Fri, 20 Jul 2012 07:41:01 GMT
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