Director, Claims Operations Jobs

Explore Director, Claims Operations jobs for experienced leaders ready to guide claims strategy, teams, and service delivery. These senior roles oversee the systems and processes that help organizations assess, resolve, and manage claims efficiently while meeting customer, financial, and regulatory expectations. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Claims Operations Do?

A Director of Claims Operations leads the people, workflows, and performance programs responsible for claims handling. Depending on the organization and industry, the role may include setting operational priorities, managing claims teams and vendors, improving turnaround times, monitoring quality and costs, and partnering with legal, finance, technology, and customer service leaders.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop claims operations strategy, policies, and service standards.
  • Lead and develop managers, adjusters, and other claims professionals.
  • Track claims volume, resolution time, accuracy, expenses, and customer outcomes.
  • Identify process improvements and support automation or technology initiatives.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls.
  • Coordinate with business partners to manage risk and resolve complex issues.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial claims or operations experience, a record of leading teams, and strong judgment in complex or high-impact situations. Useful strengths include analytical decision-making, budgeting, communication, change management, process improvement, and familiarity with relevant claims systems and regulatory requirements. Requirements vary by employer and industry; some roles may prefer professional designations or specialized insurance, healthcare, workers’ compensation, or property claims expertise.

Career Outlook and Compensation

Director-level claims roles are senior management positions, and compensation varies with industry, location, organization size, and scope of responsibility. Browse Ladders for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities by employer, specialization, and leadership scope.

Find Director, Claims Operations Jobs on Ladders

Search current openings to find a role aligned with your experience in claims leadership and operational transformation. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

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$87K - $97K *

Drive excellence in claims management by supervising a team of adjusters, ensuring quality service delivery, and maintaining compliance with legal standards. Foster staff development and oversee the i...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement operations and technology. Drive process improvements, oversee daily workflows, and enhance system integrations while fostering team development and collabora...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $115K *

Shape the future of provider data operations by driving accuracy and efficiency across the lifecycle. Lead initiatives to enhance data quality, oversee offshore teams, and implement innovative solutio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in managing high-severity, complex insurance claims, focusing on EPL and Professional Liability. Serve as a subject matter expert, ensuring compliance and strategic resolution while ad...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $330K *

Drive medical excellence by bridging clinical insights with risk management, guiding underwriting standards, and ensuring compliance across Life, Disability, and Long Term Care products while collabor...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join us in leading the development and execution of comprehensive risk management strategies. Collaborate with executive leadership to identify and mitigate enterprise risks, ensuring organizational r...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate enterprise risks, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements w...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the evolution of claims operations by leading teams, influencing processes, and enhancing technology. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive performance, quality, and client experience in a...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing agent commission systems for life and annuity products. Drive operational excellence, mentor teams, and collaborate with leadership to enhance service delivery and foster...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $130K *

Lead and innovate the agent commission system for life and annuity products, ensuring exceptional service delivery. Oversee multifunctional teams, drive operational excellence, and collaborate with le...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $130K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading multifunctional teams to enhance service delivery and drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to foster a culture of accountability and contin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead operations in the Commercial Transportation Insurance division, optimizing processes and enhancing service delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams to d...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic and operational initiatives for a research center, ensuring efficient administration, financial management, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance research productivit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention through consultative services and expert knowledge in healthcare benefits and Medicare. Collaborate with...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Champion client relationships as a senior-level manager, driving strategic solutions and consultative services in the healthcare benefits sector. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client satis...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Drive strategic client relationships and consultative services, managing large accounts in the healthcare benefits sector. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client satisfaction and deliver tai...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion operational excellence in AI server repair, leading strategic initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance while managing P&L and fostering cross-functional collaborat...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $145K *

Transform business process controls by providing oversight and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance control effectiveness and sustainability, driving continuous improvement i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $145K *

Drive the governance and oversight of business process controls, enhancing effectiveness and sustainability across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement strategies tha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $145K *

Shape your career by driving governance and oversight of business process controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance control effectiveness and sustainability, ensuring compliance and...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $145K *

Support the governance and oversight of business process controls, enhancing effectiveness and sustainability across the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$66K - $145K *

Drive organizational excellence by enhancing business process controls and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize risk management and compliance, ensuring a robust control env...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence by managing service standards and team performance, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to best practices in Commercial Property & Casualty Insurance. Lead a team w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $130K *

Transform complex claims management by advocating for clients, analyzing trends, and negotiating optimal coverage. Collaborate with teams to reduce risk and enhance service plans for high-profile acco...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $130K *

Tackle complex claims advocacy for high-profile Commercial Lines clients, analyzing trends, negotiating with carriers, and developing tailored service plans to mitigate risks and optimize coverage sol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Claims Operations do?question toggle

    A Director of Claims Operations leads claims teams and processes, sets operational priorities, monitors performance, and works to improve service, efficiency, quality, and compliance.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Claims Operations jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for significant claims or operations experience, people-management skills, analytical ability, and knowledge of the relevant industry’s processes and regulations. Specific requirements differ by role.

  • What industries hire Directors of Claims Operations?question toggle

    These leaders may work in insurance, healthcare, workers’ compensation, financial services, and other organizations that manage claims. Responsibilities depend on the employer and type of claims.

  • How much do Directors of Claims Operations earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on industry, location, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details.

  • Where can I find Director, Claims Operations jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders to explore vetted Director, Claims Operations opportunities paying $100,000 or more and review each listing’s requirements and compensation information.