5+ years of experience handling high exposure claims, particularly asbestos and environmental claims.
Bachelor's degree required; law degree preferred.
Proven experience managing defense counsel and litigated coverage matters.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret general liability policies.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in claim and financial tracking systems, with significant knowledge of Excel.
Demonstrated organizational and time management skills.
Responsibilities
Analyze contracts and policies to determine coverage and resolve claims.
Conduct and manage factual claims investigations, collaborating with various stakeholders.
Negotiate cost-sharing agreements with carriers and policyholders.
Assign defense counsel and oversee litigation strategies and budgets.
Evaluate claims and recommend resolution plans to management.
Maintain accurate claim files and information in tracking systems.
Prepare timely reports on significant claim developments.
Benefits
Opportunity to mentor and share expertise with colleagues.
Collaborative work environment across various teams.
Potential for travel to manage claims and investigations.
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Brandywine Claim Director is responsible for all aspects of claim handling on a book of complex asbestos, long term exposure and environmental claims from first notice through resolution with guidance from, and reporting to, a Brandywine Vice President.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyze contracts, policies, applicable law and facts/circumstances surrounding claims to determine appropriate coverage position, and to resolve claims on reasonable terms and at an appropriate value.
Responsible for conducting/managing factual claims investigation, including communications with policyholders, remediation experts, counsel and others to gather all claim facts.
Negotiate cost sharing agreements with carriers/policyholders.
Assign defense counsel, and manage litigation strategy and budgets.
Evaluate claims and make recommendations to management regarding claim resolution plans.
Maintain physical/electronic claim file, and claim information captured in claim systems.
Respond to internal requests for information from management, reinsurers, auditors, etc.
Prepare timely and accurate reports to management regarding significant claim developments.
Provide the highest levels of service to Chubb business partners.
Mentor/assist colleagues, and otherwise share technical expertise with other members of staff.
Identify opportunities to enhance operations and more effectively achieve Brandywine's organizational objectives, and communicate the same in a constructive and positive manner.
Some travel may be required.
Qualifications
High degree of technical competence in the handling of high exposure claims and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience - emphasis in the areas of asbestos and/or environmental claims required.
Experience interpreting and analyzing the application of general liability policies.
Analytical skills.
Superior oral and written communication skills.
Ability to effectively utilize claim and financial tracking systems.
Organization and time management skills.
Experience in a work environment that required collaboration across work groups.
Significant knowledge of Excel and data management tools.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office utilities.
About Chubb
Chubb Limited is a Swiss-based global insurance company that provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance (A&H), reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. Chubb operates in 54 countries and territories and is the world's largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. The company has a long history, dating back to 1882, and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Chubb is known for its high-quality insurance products and services, as well as its strong financial performance and commitment to corporate social responsibility.
