-Handle New York Casualty GL and commercial excess liability large loss claims proactively to achieve optimum results by resolving claims fairly, expeditiously and economically.

-Assess coverage issues on claims and issue appropriate coverage letters/documentation in required timeframe.

-Complete timely investigation of claim and post appropriate reserves.

-Proactively manage outside counsel on litigated claims.

-Handle claims in accordance with RLI's Best Practices.

-Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or a related field and 8+ years of relevant legal or insurance related experience or Juris Doctorate with relevant insurance defense litigation experience.

-Extensive experience in handling complex GL and commercial excess liability claims, including the management of outside counsel. Knowledge of New York Construction/Labor Law statutes impacting the handling and evaluation of such claims.

-Be proactive in initial investigation, claim handling, attorney management, and resolution.

-Superior communication skills to work effectively with insureds, underwriters and claimants.

-Ideal candidate will have superior working knowledge of case law, statutes, and procedures impacting the handling and value of claims.