Utica Mutual Insurance Company

General Liability Litigation Specialist - Concentration in NYLL

Utica Mutual Insurance Company$95K — $130K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year degree preferred or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of commercial general liability experience
  • Strong skills in handling litigated files
  • In-depth knowledge of NY venues and New York Labor Law claims
  • Ability to obtain required adjuster licenses

Responsibilities

  • Investigate and resolve New York commercial general liability claims
  • Draft comprehensive coverage position letters and negotiate settlements
  • Direct and review activities of assigned defense counsel
  • Work independently to settle claims within authority limits
  • Consult supervisors on complex coverage matters
  • Attend mediations, trials, and hearings as necessary
  • Review court decisions and coverage interpretations for claims management

Benefits

  • Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit
  • Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan
  • Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations
  • Company-Paid Family Leave
  • Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit
  • Voluntary Benefits and Student Loan Refinancing Services
  • Wellness programs and Personal insurance discount
Full Job Description
What you will do

You'll be responsible for investigating, evaluating, negotiating, and resolving commercial general liability claims in primarily New York venues with a concentration in New York Labor Law. With skills in detail orientation and analysis, you will interpret coverage and prepare detailed coverage letters. Through frequent contact with defense counsel, you will use decision making skills to guide, review, and authorize work on litigated cases. Consultation with supervisors on complex coverage and litigated matters will occur as needed. This position requires advanced industry knowledge and strong claims handling acumen with a thorough understanding of state laws and requirements.

This is a hybrid role reporting to our New Hartford, NY; Woodbury, Long Island; or Charlotte-Ballantyne, NC location.

Key responsibilities
  • Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve primarily New York commercial general liability claims with a concentration in New York Labor Law.
  • Interpret coverage to include drafting of comprehensive coverage position letters, evaluate damages, and negotiate settlements with limited supervisor intervention.
  • Control, direct, authorize, and review activities of assigned defense counsel.
  • Operate independently and resolve claims within and assigned authority.
  • Consult with supervisor on more complex coverage and litigated matters.
  • Attend mediations, trials, and hearings as needed to include interaction with insureds agents and legal representatives.
  • Review court decisions and coverage interpretations and have a broad knowledge and understanding of the law and claim practices.
  • Effectively handle the complex/serious claims within Regional Operations.
  • Provide an excellent customer service experience on all claims.

Additional Responsibilities
  • Serve as mentor to lesser experienced team members.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Conform with all corporate policies and procedures.

What you need
  • Four year degree preferred or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of commercial general liability experience.
  • Experience in handling litigated files with strong coverage analysis skills required.
  • Knowledge of NY venues and New York Labor Law claims.

Licensing

Required to obtain your license(s) as an adjuster in the state(s) in which you are assigned to adjust claims. Licensing must be obtained withing the timeframe set forth by the company and must be maintained as needed throughout your employment.

Salary Range: $95,000-$130,000

The final salary to be paid and position within the internal salary range is reflective of the employee's work experience, their geographic location, education, certification(s), scope and responsibilities in the role, and additional qualifications.

Benefits

We believe strongly that talented people are core to our success and are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages, career advancement and challenging work opportunities. We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan for full time employees that include the following:
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Benefit
  • Dental Benefit
  • Vision Benefit
  • Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing and Investment Plan (Includes annual Company financial contribution and discretionary Profit Sharing contribution based upon annual company financial results)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Assistance, Training, and Professional Designations
  • Company-Paid Family Leave
  • Adoption/Surrogacy Assistance Benefit
  • Voluntary Benefits - Group Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Legal, ID Theft Protection, Pet Insurance
  • Student Loan Refinancing Services
  • Care.com Membership with Back-up Care, Senior Solutions
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Matching Gifts program
  • Paid Volunteer Day
  • Employee Referral Award Program
  • Wellness programs
  • Personal insurance discount

Additional Information:

This position is a full time salaried, exempt (non overtime eligible) position.

Apply now and find out what it's like to be a part of an amazing team, thrive in an exciting environment and work for a company you can be proud of. Once you complete your application, you can monitor your status in the hiring process by logging into your profile. A representative from our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch regarding any change in your candidacy.

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About Utica Mutual Insurance Company

Utica Mutual Insurance Company is a property and casualty insurance company that provides a range of insurance products to individuals and businesses. The company was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in New Hartford, New York. Utica Mutual Insurance Company is a subsidiary of Utica National Insurance Group, a mutual insurance holding company. The company has a strong financial position and is committed to providing excellent customer service.
Learn more about Utica Mutual Insurance Company
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
5 Year Trend
+2%
Revenue
$500 million
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