Bachelor’s degree required, with 6+ years of auto liability claims experience (umbrella/excess preferred)
Experience managing high-value third-party claims
Strong knowledge of handling policy limit demands
Familiarity with liability case law and claims procedures in key jurisdictions
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Responsibilities
Proactively manage Personal Umbrella Liability claims from start to finish
Conduct thorough investigations into liability, damages, and coverage issues
Monitor the primary carrier to ensure optimal outcomes
Analyze complex coverage issues and write professional correspondence
Collaborate closely with defense counsel and internal stakeholders
Ensure claims are handled in line with RLI Best Practices
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) plan with automatic company contributions
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Paid volunteer time off (VTO) for community support
Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Tuition reimbursement and educational bonuses
Full Job Description
What You Will Be Doing
Proactively manage Personal Umbrella Liability claims from initial evaluation through resolution
Conduct in-depth investigations into liability, damages, and coverage issues with early exposure recognition
Monitor primary carrier handling to ensure best-in-class outcomes
Analyze complex coverage issues and draft professional coverage correspondence
Partner closely with defense counsel, primary carriers, and internal stakeholders
Handle claims in accordance with RLI Best Practices
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years of auto liability claims experience (umbrella/excess strongly preferred)
Demonstrated experience handling large exposure third-party claims
Strong background managing policy limit demands
Working knowledge of liability case law, statutes, and claims procedures in key jurisdictions
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
Why This Role?
Work on complex, high-value claims that challenge and grow your expertise
Join a collaborative team that values technical excellence and sound judgment
Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and flexible work arrangements
Compensation Overview The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future. Base Pay Range $110,515.00 - $161,076.00Total Rewards At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee. Financial Incentives
Annual bonus plans
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
401(k) — automatic 3% company contribution
Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
Work & Life
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
Parental and family care leave
Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
Employee assistance program
Health & Wellness
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Personal & Professional Growth RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Our personal and professional growth benefits include:
Training & certification opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Education bonuses
About RLI Corp
RLI Corp is an American property and casualty insurance company headquartered in Peoria, Illinois. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides various insurance products, including casualty insurance, property insurance, and surety bonds. RLI Corp operates in all 50 states and internationally. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to become a Fortune 1000 company. RLI Corp is known for its strong financial performance and has consistently been rated A+ by A.M. Best.
