Senior Claims Technical Services Specialist

Job#: 3031604

Job Description:

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 QBE 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.

Your new role

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 QBE 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

Preferred Competencies/Skills

View Details: Job Requisition Change: 346880 Senior Claims

Technical Specialist - Financial Lines

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

General office jobs: Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is not substantial exposure to adverse environmental

conditions. Must have the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate basic office

equipment including telephone, headset and computer. Incumbent must be able to lift basic office equipment up to 20 lbs.

MUST HAVE: Architects and Engineer Errors and Omission claims

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