Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability
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Job titile: Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability
Location: New York - Hybrid
Type: 12 Months contract
Pay Rate: $80 - $90
Our client which is a leading Insurance company is seeking a Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability
The Opportunity
The purpose of this role is to oversee the examination, evaluation, and processing of complex Claims estimates and paid Claims values,
ensuring adherence to policy terms and conditions in alignment with the client company's Claims Philosophy. The role also entails supporting the claims
function in specific insurance classes to drive operational efficiency, efficient claims settlement, and fair resolution of claims disputes in line
with company guidelines and philosophy.
The selected candidate will manage the complete investigation, evaluation and resolution of assigned portfolio of complex claims emanating
the lawyers professional and miscellaneous professional liability business segments, Engages, directs and manages external advisors and
vendors including legal service professionals, discovery vendors, data and security experts and consultants across highly complex portfolio of
matters.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of complex claims which includes conducting fact, liability and loss investigations and interpreting insurance
contracts in an effective and efficient manner
•Evaluate and negotiate the resolution of assigned claims in a timely manner, within appropriate authority and in accordance with applicable
laws, regulations, statutes, best practices and Department of Insurance (DOI) compliance
•Drive the highest level of customer care, responsiveness, and satisfaction when managing assigned claims to deliver superior claim
outcomes
•Collaborate with outside representative counsel to formulate litigation strategy ensuring achievement of desired outcome and effective
litigation management strategies
•Directs and manage external advisors and vendors including legal service professionals, discovery vendors, data and security experts and
consultants.
•Oversee projects and planning surrounding departmental initiatives to achieve strategic objectives
•Analyze, develop and determine appropriate case reserves on all assigned claim files and recommend changes where necessary to ensure
actuarial accuracy
•Advise on specific professional liability areas of specialization and coordinates efforts to disseminate information and guide learning and
thought leadership in those areas; serve as the subject matter expert
•Represent client company's by participating in and attending industry seminars or authoring articles pertaining to professional liability subjects
•Collaborate with Underwriters to identify, understand and address novel or complex risks to appropriately price and negotiate terms including
participation in sales calls and requests for proposals (RFPs)
•Manage relationships with external vendors to deliver accurate, timely, and cost-effective solutions.
•Take ownership for personal development and career planning, and development of required skills, tools, techniques, and technology to
continually add value to the organization.
•Manage budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for
expenses to meet requirements and achieve fiscal responsibility
Required Education
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Required Experience
• 8 years relevant experience
Generate original, innovative solutions to difficult or unusual situations
•Identify and locate information and facts which are necessary and relevant for the purposes of evaluating a claim
•Financial and business acumen and awareness of financial responsibility
•Quickly change direction when working on multiple projects or issues
•Properly document investigation findings and preserve evidence in accordance with internal and external laws and procedures
•Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
•Assume a methodical approach to a given situation and develop a systematic procedure as a response
•Develop effective negotiation strategies and prepare a plan of action
•Build and capitalize on beneficial internal and external relationships including competitors
•Actively contributes towards continuously improving performance and mentor team with feedback, on-the-job skill enhancement opportunities
and career advice
•Build and establish constructive and cooperative working relationships and open lines of communication
•Utilize effective communication skills to influence and persuade decision makers
•Manage a diverse and extensive portfolio of management and professional liability claims with varying levels of complexity and activity.
•Collaborate with internal resources to resolve difficult claims situations and drive resolution opportunities with internal and external
stakeholders
Preferred Education
• Juris Doctor
Estimated Min Rate: $80.00
Estimated Max Rate: $90.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.
For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
By applying and submitting your resume, you authorize Yoh to review and reformat your resume to meet Yoh’s hiring clients’ preferences. To learn more about Yoh’s privacy practices, please see our Candidate Privacy Notice: https://www.yoh.com/privacy-notice
Stay Safe During Your Job Search
Fraudulent recruiting communications have become increasingly common. Emails from Yoh recruiters will only come from an @yoh.com email address. Yoh will never ask candidates to pay fees, purchase equipment, send gift cards, or transfer funds as part of the recruiting or hiring process. If you receive a communication that appears suspicious or requests payment, contact Yoh directly before responding or sharing personal information.
Location: New York - Hybrid
Type: 12 Months contract
Pay Rate: $80 - $90
Our client which is a leading Insurance company is seeking a Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability
The Opportunity
The purpose of this role is to oversee the examination, evaluation, and processing of complex Claims estimates and paid Claims values,
ensuring adherence to policy terms and conditions in alignment with the client company's Claims Philosophy. The role also entails supporting the claims
function in specific insurance classes to drive operational efficiency, efficient claims settlement, and fair resolution of claims disputes in line
with company guidelines and philosophy.
The selected candidate will manage the complete investigation, evaluation and resolution of assigned portfolio of complex claims emanating
the lawyers professional and miscellaneous professional liability business segments, Engages, directs and manages external advisors and
vendors including legal service professionals, discovery vendors, data and security experts and consultants across highly complex portfolio of
matters.
• Manage a diverse portfolio of complex claims which includes conducting fact, liability and loss investigations and interpreting insurance
contracts in an effective and efficient manner
•Evaluate and negotiate the resolution of assigned claims in a timely manner, within appropriate authority and in accordance with applicable
laws, regulations, statutes, best practices and Department of Insurance (DOI) compliance
•Drive the highest level of customer care, responsiveness, and satisfaction when managing assigned claims to deliver superior claim
outcomes
•Collaborate with outside representative counsel to formulate litigation strategy ensuring achievement of desired outcome and effective
litigation management strategies
•Directs and manage external advisors and vendors including legal service professionals, discovery vendors, data and security experts and
consultants.
•Oversee projects and planning surrounding departmental initiatives to achieve strategic objectives
•Analyze, develop and determine appropriate case reserves on all assigned claim files and recommend changes where necessary to ensure
actuarial accuracy
•Advise on specific professional liability areas of specialization and coordinates efforts to disseminate information and guide learning and
thought leadership in those areas; serve as the subject matter expert
•Represent client company's by participating in and attending industry seminars or authoring articles pertaining to professional liability subjects
•Collaborate with Underwriters to identify, understand and address novel or complex risks to appropriately price and negotiate terms including
participation in sales calls and requests for proposals (RFPs)
•Manage relationships with external vendors to deliver accurate, timely, and cost-effective solutions.
•Take ownership for personal development and career planning, and development of required skills, tools, techniques, and technology to
continually add value to the organization.
•Manage budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for
expenses to meet requirements and achieve fiscal responsibility
Required Education
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
Required Experience
• 8 years relevant experience
Generate original, innovative solutions to difficult or unusual situations
•Identify and locate information and facts which are necessary and relevant for the purposes of evaluating a claim
•Financial and business acumen and awareness of financial responsibility
•Quickly change direction when working on multiple projects or issues
•Properly document investigation findings and preserve evidence in accordance with internal and external laws and procedures
•Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
•Assume a methodical approach to a given situation and develop a systematic procedure as a response
•Develop effective negotiation strategies and prepare a plan of action
•Build and capitalize on beneficial internal and external relationships including competitors
•Actively contributes towards continuously improving performance and mentor team with feedback, on-the-job skill enhancement opportunities
and career advice
•Build and establish constructive and cooperative working relationships and open lines of communication
•Utilize effective communication skills to influence and persuade decision makers
•Manage a diverse and extensive portfolio of management and professional liability claims with varying levels of complexity and activity.
•Collaborate with internal resources to resolve difficult claims situations and drive resolution opportunities with internal and external
stakeholders
Preferred Education
• Juris Doctor
Estimated Min Rate: $80.00
Estimated Max Rate: $90.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.
For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All of the material job duties described in this posting are job duties for which a criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
By applying and submitting your resume, you authorize Yoh to review and reformat your resume to meet Yoh’s hiring clients’ preferences. To learn more about Yoh’s privacy practices, please see our Candidate Privacy Notice: https://www.yoh.com/privacy-notice
Stay Safe During Your Job Search
Fraudulent recruiting communications have become increasingly common. Emails from Yoh recruiters will only come from an @yoh.com email address. Yoh will never ask candidates to pay fees, purchase equipment, send gift cards, or transfer funds as part of the recruiting or hiring process. If you receive a communication that appears suspicious or requests payment, contact Yoh directly before responding or sharing personal information.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role?
Yoh Idibu is hiring for the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability job located?
The Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role with Yoh Idibu is based in New York, NY, US. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role remote?
Yes — the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability position at Yoh Idibu is hybrid. Candidates based in US are preferred.
What does the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role pay?
Yoh Idibu lists the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role at USD 80–90 per hour.
Is the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Yoh Idibu.
What experience level is the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role?
The Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Senior Claims Counsel – Professional Liability role at Yoh Idibu?
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