RSUI is searching for an experienced and service-focused Chief Claim Specialist to join the Management Liability unit of our Claims department in Atlanta, Georgia! This is an exciting opportunity to provide a high-level of specialized claim handling expertise for complex Management Liability/D&O claims.
Strong working relationships are a key component of RSUI's team-oriented, high-performance culture. Our specialized area of industry focus requires real-time, in-person collaboration that fosters meaningful dialogue and strengthens professional connections. Team meetings, employee events, and other work obligations also often require an in-person presence. This position will work RSUI's hybrid schedule, which requires three days weekly in the office.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Initial and ongoing investigation of D&O and general management liability claims.
- Assertive daily handling of complex claims, litigation, high exposure cases and coverage issues.
- Providing prompt and accurate coverage positions and liaising with counsel appointed or chosen by insureds to assess liability and exposure and determine litigation defense strategy.
- Review, analysis and reporting on legal documents and motion practice associated with claims.
- Appointing and liaising with coverage counsel to the insurer.
- Ongoing communication and reporting to Unit and Team claims leaders.
- Attendance at or assistance with underlying litigation and coverage mediations.
- Providing appropriate reporting on files to the unit leader and or sr. management with recommendations on reserving, plan of action, and current evaluation as required.
- Acting independently in evaluating claim exposures with assigned dollar authority.
- Attend business related functions, such as team meetings, mediations, trials, company events, etc.
- May perform other related tasks as assigned, depending on business need.
QUALIFICATIONS:- JD strongly preferred; College degree or equivalent experience required.
- 7+ years of Public and Private D&O claims experience preferred, with a high degree of technical experience.
- Attorney experience in the areas of complex commercial claims and coverage litigation preferred.
- Adjuster's license required or ability to obtain and maintain required adjuster's licenses.
- Strong technical and analytical skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills required (telephone, e-mail and interpersonal).
- Excellent understanding and skill level of internal and external customer service.
- Current, in-depth knowledge of specialized claim handling, legal issues, civil procedures, loss compensation values, principles of investigation, adjustment documentation and evaluation of cases to determine effective course of action.
- Exposure to specialties claims handling, particularly in the area of public and private D&O claims.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Word and Excel).
