Senior Claim Handler

The Senior Claim Handler is responsible for all aspects of claim handling on a book of complex asbestos, long term exposure and environmental claims from first notice through resolution with guidance from, and reporting to, a Brandywine Vice President.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze contracts, policies, applicable law and facts/circumstances surrounding claims to determine appropriate coverage position, and to resolve claims on reasonable terms and at an appropriate value.
• Responsible for conducting/managing factual claims investigation, including communications with policyholders, remediation experts, counsel and others to gather all claim facts.
• Negotiate cost sharing agreements with carriers/policyholders.
• Assign defense counsel, and manage litigation strategy and budgets.
• Evaluate claims and make recommendations to management regarding claim resolution plans.
• Maintain physical/electronic claim file, and claim information captured in claim systems.
• Respond to internal requests for information from management, reinsurers, auditors, etc.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports to management regarding significant claim developments.
• Provide the highest levels of service to Chubb business partners.
• Mentor/assist colleagues, and otherwise share technical expertise with other members of staff.
• Identify opportunities to enhance operations and more effectively achieve Brandywine’s organizational objectives, and communicate the same in a constructive and positive manner.
• Some travel may be required.

• High degree of technical competence in the handling of high exposure claims and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience – emphasis in the areas of asbestos and/or environmental claims required.
• 4 year college degree.
• Law degree preferred.
• Experience directly managing defense counsel.
• Experience managing disputed/litigated coverage matters.

Desired Experience:

• Experience interpreting and analyzing the application of general liability policies.
• Analytical skills.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize claim and financial tracking systems.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Experience in a work environment that required collaboration across work groups.
• Significant knowledge of Excel and data management tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office utilities.