Mass Litigation Claims Specialist

Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Zurich is currently seeking a Claims Professional to join our Latent & Environmental team in Schaumburg. - This is an opportunity to apply your commercial claims subject matter expertise regarding large exposures, complex coverages, and litigated matters.At Zurich, the Latent & Environmental Claims organization is dedicated to helping our customers resolve toxic tort, latent injury, class action, product liability and pollution losses. - As a member of our team, you will manage a claims caseload from assignment through resolution, with moderate direction from your team manager and Claims executives. - At this level, you will provide technical claims service on primarily litigated claims of moderate to high exposure and complexity under general liability, excess, and other coverages. - This requires significant policy interpretation and coverage analysis; retention and management of counsel and other vendors; collaboration with internal and external contacts, including underwriters, customers, and brokers; negotiation and claim resolution; and management of all communications and reporting associated with the life of a claim.Some business travel (5-10%) may be required.Basic Qualifications: -

• Bachelor's Degree and 3 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area.OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of experience in Claims or Insurance AreaOR
• Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 3 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance AreaOR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the claims or Insurance areaAND
• Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
• Microsoft Office Experience
• Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and productsPreferred Qualifications: -
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • 3 or more years of experience in -claim handling and/or insurance defense that includes environmental, pollution, coverage, or toxic tort litigation
  • Negotiation experience
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task and adapt to a changing environment
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to collaborate across work groups
  • Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims, and the insurance legal and -regulatory environment
  • Knowledge of claims handling or insurance legal statutes and proceduresAs a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols (), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or negative COVID test results when allowable, to a third-party vendor. -These are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time. -A future with ZurichNow is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 148 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 -. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click -to learn more.As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet -Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. -Location(s): AM - SchaumburgRemote Working: NoSchedule: Full TimeLinkedin Recruiter Tag: -#LI-DG1 -

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