Berkley

Senior Claims Consultant

Berkley$145K — $170K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in management liability claims or litigation, preferably as a coverage or employment attorney.
  • Direct experience with Employment Practices Liability (EPL) is essential; experience with D&O, professional liability, or Crime is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of insurance claims processes and legal/regulatory environment.
  • Exceptional analytical and decision-making abilities within authority limits.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Highly organized with effective priority management skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a caseload of moderately complex management and professional liability claims.
  • Conduct coverage analyses and assess liability and exposure to establish accurate reserves.
  • Investigate, negotiate, and resolve claims with minimal supervision.
  • Appoint and manage outside counsel for effective claim resolution.
  • Oversee litigation management including legal counsel retention and payment approval.
  • Maintain thorough documentation compliant with internal standards.
  • Support underwriting efforts by analyzing risk exposure and claim trends.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability coverage.
  • Wellness programs.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • 401(k) and profit-sharing plans for retirement savings.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

The Senior Claims Consultant is responsible for managing a caseload of management liability and professional liability claims of moderate complexity and severity. This role requires a strategic, detail-oriented professional who can resolve claims efficiently and in accordance with company best practices and authority guidelines. The consultant will conduct thorough coverage analyses, assess liability and exposure, establish appropriate reserves, and participate in mediations and trials as needed. Collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders-including agents, insureds, and legal counsel-is essential to ensure high-quality claims handling and exceptional service delivery.

The Senior Claims Consultant will be expected to:
• Analyze liability and damages to establish accurate reserves aligned with potential exposure
• Evaluate complex coverage issues and draft clear, well-supported coverage position letters
• Investigate, negotiate, and resolve claims with moderate supervision from the Chief Claims Officer
• Appoint and manage outside counsel to ensure effective and cost-efficient claim resolution
• Make sound decisions within assigned authority and escalate matters when appropriate
• Oversee litigation management, including retaining counsel and approving payments within authority limits
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation in compliance with internal claims handling standards
• Deliver outstanding service to both internal stakeholders and external clients
• Support underwriting by providing insights into risk exposure and claim trends
• Identify emerging issues or patterns that may have broader implications for the organization

Qualifications

Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in management liability claims handling or litigation, preferably as a coverage or employment attorney
  • Direct experience with Employment Practices Liability (EPL) essential. Experience handling D&O, professional liability or Crime is a plus


Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong knowledge of insurance claims processes and the legal/regulatory environment
  • Proven analytical and decision-making skills within authority limits
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage priorities and seek support when needed
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required adjuster licenses within 90 days
  • Collaborative team player with a flexible, solutions-oriented mindset


The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including:
• Base Salary Range: $145k-$170k
• Benefits include: Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role

About Berkley

Berkley is a packaging company that develops innovative solutions to help our customers sell more product and be on the edge. Berkley offers the cost advantages and creative control of an in house/on site agency without the risk and hassle of oversight. Berkley develops turnkey retail environments – including design, manufacturing and installation services.

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