The Travelers Companies, Inc

SRG-Major Case Specialist

The Travelers Companies, Inc • $109K — $180K *
Centennial, CO 80015Hybrid
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 7+ years of experience in toxic tort, latent injury, and environmental claims required.
  • Proficient in analytical thinking and decision-making.
  • Strong communication and relationship management skills needed.
  • Ability to work independently and in teams essential.

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage high severity claims with a focus on financial exposure.
  • Conduct comprehensive coverage analysis for claims exceeding $1,000,000.
  • Lead litigation management efforts and develop strategic file management plans.
  • Manage financial analyses and present findings to senior management.
  • Assist in training and mentoring other claim professionals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage starting from day one.
  • 401(k) matching program and a funded pension plan available.
  • Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off plus nine holidays per year.
  • Wellness resources and mental health support offered.
  • Opportunities for community involvement through matching gift programs.
Full Job Description
Job Category

Claim

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. 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. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range
$109,300.00 - $180,200.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic team player with extensive industry experience to join our Strategic Resolution Group Claim team as a Major Case Specialist handling complex toxic tort, latent injury, sexual misconduct, environmental claims and/or excess claims that present significant financial exposures and multiple factors impacting complexity and severity. With general supervision, you will independently manage our most challenging high frequency and high severity claims and accounts which routinely present unique, complex liability and coverage issues. Aided by your expertise, you will develop strategies to successfully resolve these claims in the most efficient and effective way while meeting established protocols and delivering optimal customer service. You will apply your highly advanced knowledge of legal issues and applicable case law in multiple jurisdictions. Your case assignments will include multi-plaintiff and multi-jurisdiction litigation with the potential for shaping future legal precedent in the areas of coverage and liability, as well as nationwide valuation trends. You will be responsible for cases involving emerging legal trends and liability theories. The position may include training, mentoring, and technical coaching, as well as assisting with interviewing and hiring. May serve as a technical coach for claim professionals handling their own inventory of complex claims, building knowledge of those matters. Provide guidance and expertise in forging effective relationships. Provide perspective and ensure consistency in account management as appropriate.What Will You Do?
  • In the handling of our most complex claims with a high degree of independence, your responsibilities may include:
  • Authority - Payment and resolution on individual matters up to $500,000. Manage total exposure by claim or account that often greatly exceeds $1,000,000.
  • COVERAGE RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS:
  • Responsible for coverage analysis for claims and accounts with full damage values that often greatly exceed $1,000,000. Claims typically involve complex trigger, allocation, limits, and exclusion issues for which incorrect analysis could result in coverage beyond the original intent. Responsible for researching the existence and application of historical policies that involve a variety of policy types and versions issued by multiple legacy companies. Apply knowledge of relevant legal concepts in applicable jurisdictions. Prepare coverage recommendations and present to management. Effectively communicate and defend coverage positions to policyholders or their representatives. Negotiate resolution of coverage issues with other parties including insureds, other carriers and plaintiff's counsel.
  • LIABILITY INVESTIGATION AND ANALYSIS:
  • Conduct thorough investigation and analysis of claim facts to determine liability. Apply knowledge of relevant legal concepts and the litigation environment in multiple jurisdictions to evaluate damages and develop appropriate course of action. Assign appropriate value to factors impacting severity. Provide guidance to underwriting business partners with respect to accuracy and adequacy of, and potential future changes to, loss reserves on assigned claims.
  • LITIGATION MANAGEMENT:
  • Proactively develop and execute a strategic file management plan that achieves optimal file resolution, including as appropriate: research and recommendation of counsel; litigation and resolution strategies; management of loss adjustment expenses; engagement of appropriate experts and consultants; use of proper settlement and release terms. Apply critical and strategic thinking in managing files and accounts.
  • Attend meetings with counsel, settlement conferences, mediations and trials. Make strategic decisions regarding case resolution to balance global risk on an account and/or jurisdictional basis. Drive results to appropriate resolution for policyholders and Travelers.
  • ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT:
  • Apply an in-depth knowledge and understanding of assigned accounts in actions and decisions. Maintain effective working relationships with other account contacts. Ensure claims and settlement agreements are handled in a consistent manner. Responsible for decisive and broad reaching regular communication and reporting to coordinate/align actions on assigned accounts. Take a leadership role in meetings, presentations and negotiations with other contacts. Responsibilities include ensuring appropriate handling of accounts by individuals that you may coach. Complete account reviews for asbestos and other claim types encompassing coverage, cost sharing, liability, past performance and future projections. Present data and projections to senior management, actuaries, and legal staff.
  • FINANCIAL ANALYSIS:
  • Estimate financial exposures on an individual claim and account basis. Make presentations to actuarial group on specific accounts. Develop budgets and financial analyses; maintain appropriate defense and indemnity estimates. Recommend action and manage claims and accounts with full damage values that usually exceed $1,000,000.
  • COACHING:
  • The position may include training, mentoring, and technical coaching, as well as assisting with interviewing and hiring. May serve as a technical coach to claim professionals handling their own inventory of complex claims, building knowledge of those matters. Provide guidance and expertise in forging effective relationships. Provide perspective and ensure consistency in account management as appropriate.
  • FILE MAINTENANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLIANCE:
  • Maintain well-documented and organized claim files. Maintain proficiency with SRG claim systems and databases. Adhere to applicable requirements for data accuracy. Efficiently manage file inventory.
  • PROJECT LEADERSHIP:
  • Lead or represent the unit/office on special projects at request of management.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
  • Education & Work Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 7+ years of experience in toxic tort, latent injury, environmental claim and coverage determination.
  • Job specific or technical competencies:
  • Analytical Thinking.
  • Communication.
  • Judgment & Decision-Making.
  • Teamwork.
  • Accountability.
  • Customer Focus.
  • Relationship Management.
  • Business Perspective.
  • Knowledge of Regulatory and Claim Environments.
  • Planning & Organizing.
  • Technology.
  • Working Independently.
  • Application of Departmental Practices & Procedures.
  • Licensing.


What is a Must Have?
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • 4 years experience in environmental claim and coverage determination or in handling severe, highly complex liability claims and litigation or comparable claim litigation or legal experience, OR
  • 4 years of bodily injury or property damage claim handling experience or comparable claim litigation or legal experience plus 3 years of SRG experience.
  • In order to perform the essential functions of this job, acquisition and maintenance of Insurance License(s) may be required to comply with state and Travelers requirements. Generally, license(s) must be obtained within three months of starting the job and obtain ongoing education credits as mandated.


What Is in It for You?
  • Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

About The Travelers Companies, Inc

Travelers is an insurance leader, committed to keeping pace with the ever-changing needs of their customers and anticipating their needs for the future. There is no stronger testament to their dedication to protecting customers from loss than their continued innovation and ability to transform their industry. In fact, from the first-ever auto and space travel policies and hybrid car discount, to the 2009 founding of The Travelers Institute for public policy, their history of advancements has propelled their company—and their industry—towards ever higher standards for customers. Travelers is a company that works hard at the science of what they do: they analyze information, process perspectives and measure results to create the best combination of products and services. They work equally hard at customer service and how they interact with the people whom they do business. Over the years, they've strived to earn their customer's loyalty by continually improving their abilities to listen and respond to their needs.

The Travelers Companies, Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Travelers Companies, Inc, a leader in the insurance industry, and propel your career to new heights with a company known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth.

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At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we offer a plethora of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional interests. Whether you're seeking a position in management, customer service, underwriting, or IT, we have a place for you. Our commitment to professional growth means we provide unparalleled career advancement tools and leadership training to help you climb the ladder of success.

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At The Travelers Companies, Inc, we pride ourselves on a culture that fosters diversity, networking, and innovation. Our team is our family, and we support each other's professional and personal growth. The benefits at Travelers are comprehensive, designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, including health, wellness, and continuous education.

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Our hiring process is straightforward and transparent, designed to find passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. From the initial application and resume submission to the interview, we ensure that every candidate is treated with respect and given a fair chance to demonstrate their capabilities.

Career Development and Training

We believe in nurturing talent and providing our team with the tools they need to succeed. Our career development programs include professional training, diversity training, and skills enhancement workshops. These resources are tailored to foster innovation and empower our employees with the latest industry knowledge and best practices.

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Learn more about The Travelers Companies, Inc
Size
30,800 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1853
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$32 billion
NASDAQ
TRV
* Ladders Estimates

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