Senior Analyst, Claims Litigation

Walmart, Inc.

$70K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Bentonville, AR
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in complex workers' compensation and general liability claims management
  • Expertise in litigation management and negotiation strategies
  • Strong knowledge of claims processing and regulatory compliance
  • Proficient in collaborating with internal and external legal partners
  • Demonstrated mentoring ability in claims handling and litigation
  • Experience with establishing claim reserves and adjudicating claims within authority limits

Responsibilities

  • Review initial claim reports to assess compensability and detect fraud indicators
  • Manage complex claims focusing on litigation risk
  • Collaborate with leadership and legal counsel on claim strategies
  • Oversee outside counsel to ensure timely litigation resolution
  • Prepare claims for strategic reviews to obtain settlement authority
  • Establish and escalate reserves in compliance with regulations
  • Negotiate resolutions with involved parties and maintain documentation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) plan and stock purchase options
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
  • Education benefits covering tuition, books, and fees for associates
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
  • Military leave pay and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
  • Employee discounts and bereavement leave
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role summary:

The Senior Analyst, Claims Litigation, manages complex workers' compensation and general liability claims with a focus on litigation risk and resolution. This role involves reviewing claim reports, coordinating with internal and external legal partners, and overseeing litigation strategies to ensure timely and compliant outcomes. The position requires negotiation expertise, claims adjudication within authority limits, and effective communication with stakeholders. The analyst also mentors colleagues, supports process improvements, and ensures adherence to regulatory and company standards while maintaining accurate documentation and meeting performance goals.

What you'll do:
  • Review and analyze initial claim reports to determine compensability and identify potential fraud indicators.
  • Manage a caseload of complex workers' compensation and general liability claims, focusing on litigation risk.
  • Collaborate with leadership, in-house, and outside counsel to align on claim strategy and resolution.
  • Oversee outside counsel to monitor litigation progress and ensure timely resolution.
  • Prepare and present claims in strategic reviews to secure settlement authority.
  • Establish and escalate reserves within authority limits, ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Negotiate and resolve claims with involved parties, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.
  • Mentor associates on complex claims handling and litigation processes.


What you'll bring:
  • Extensive experience managing complex workers' compensation and general liability claims, including those at risk for litigation.
  • Proven expertise in litigation management, claims resolution, and negotiation strategies to achieve timely and effective outcomes.
  • Strong knowledge of claims processing, legal discovery, and regulatory compliance within jurisdictional statutes.
  • Ability to collaborate with internal leadership, in-house counsel, and outside counsel to align on strategy and resolution paths.
  • Demonstrated skill in mentoring associates and providing expert guidance on complex claims and litigation processes.
  • Proficiency in establishing accurate reserves, adjudicating claims within authority limits, and managing payments for medical treatments and indemnity.


This is an onsite position, based in Bentonville AR.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $130,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock








Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and 2 years' experience in claims handling.
Option 2: 4 years' experience in claims handling, including experience with complex or litigated workers' compensation or general liability claims.
Current or prior (within last 3 years) Property & Casualty Adjuster License.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related field, Industry designations (e.g., AIC, WCCP).

Doctorate: Law, Masters: Business Administration

Primary Location...

608 Sw 8Th St., Bentonville, AR 72712-6207, United States of America

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