Senior Technical Claims Specialist

Pay Philosophy
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

Description
The Senior Technical Claims Specialist determines coverage, investigates complex and highly complex commercial casualty claims, determines liability, sets and adjusts reserves, evaluates the claim, negotiates a settlement, authorizes and resolves the claim. Demonstrates a high level of expertise and sound judgment in complex matters; may as a subject matter expert.

• As the claim's owner, determines coverage, investigates the claims, determines liability, sets and adjusts reserves, evaluates the claim, negotiates a settlement, authorizes and pays the claim; may deny claims.
• Reviews lawsuit documentation and supporting documents, claims file, investigation, etc. Establish actions to be taken to resolve lawsuit.
• Includes determining loss coverage, amounts owed, discovery plans, setting reserves and negotiations.
• Establishes appropriate working team (Home Office Legal, Defense Counsel and Home Office Claims) based on allegations established in suit.
• Responsible for managing the practices and billing activities of outside counsel.
• Accountable for security of financial processing of claims, as well as security information contained in claims files.
• Trains and mentors staff as appropriate; manages relationships and acts as liaison with various business partners (e.g., Underwriting, Reinsurance, Etc.).
• Keeps abreast of existing and proposed legislation, court decisions and trends and experience pertaining to specialty coverage issues.
• May analyze the impact upon claims policies and procedures and advises Claims.
• Management so appropriate action can be taken where required.
• Participates in special projects.

• Strong written and oral communications skills required.
• Good interpersonal, analytical, investigative, and negotiation skills required.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Demonstrated competency of legal liability, general insurance policy coverage and State Tort Law.
• The capabilities, skills and knowledge required is normally acquired through a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and at least 12-18 months of directly related experience.
• Ability to obtain proper licensing as required.