Job Title: Director, Reinsurance Claims
Location: NYC
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview: The Director of Reinsurance Claims will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of our reinsurance claims operations, including overseeing large loss reporting, reinsurance reporting, claims audits by reinsurers, TPA & direct data quality, monthly and quarterly reporting, production, and review of bordereaux reporting, and managing a small staff across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities:
Large Loss Reporting:
- Oversee the identification and reporting of large losses to reinsurers.
- Collaborate with the claims team to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
- Calculate nets to the company and monitor large loss settlements and recoveries.
Reinsurance Reporting:
- Manage the preparation and submission of reinsurance reports to reinsurers.
- Ensure compliance with reinsurance agreements and reporting requirements.
- Work closely with the finance team to reconcile reinsurance accounts.
Claims Audits by Reinsurers:
- Coordinate and facilitate reinsurer audits of claims data and processes.
- Address audit findings and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Maintain strong relationships with reinsurers to promote transparency and collaboration.
TPA & Direct Data Quality:
- Oversee the quality and accuracy of data provided by third-party administrators (TPAs) and in-house adjustors.
- Implement data validation and reconciliation processes.
- Work with TPAs and Starr Claim Managers to resolve data discrepancies.
Monthly and Quarterly Reporting:
- Lead the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports on claims performance.
- Provide insights and analysis on claims trends and metrics.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to senior management and reinsurers.
Production and Review of Bordereaux Reporting:
- Manage the production of bordereaux reports for reinsurers.
- Conduct thorough reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Address any discrepancies or issues with reinsurers.
Team Management:
- Build and lead a high-performing claims team across multiple locations.
- Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities to team members.
- Set performance goals and conduct regular performance evaluations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CPCU, ARe) preferred.
- Extensive experience (10+ years) in reinsurance claims management, with a deep understanding of large loss reporting, reinsurance reporting, and audits.
- Strong knowledge of reinsurance agreements, terms, and conditions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective leadership and team management abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in reinsurance software and reporting tools.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.