Overview AmTrust Financial Services, a fast-growing commercial insurance company, is seeking an experienced Complex Commercial Claims Adjuster who will directly handle general liability and professional liability claims in its nonprofit group. The successful candidate should have a proven ability to investigate, evaluate and negotiate the resolution of complex risks across a broad spectrum of claim types. This role requires the ability to effectively negotiate the resolution of claims while attending to liability and coverage issues, as well as identifying and pursuing risk transfer opportunities. This position will ideally require hybrid attendance in one of our locations and is posted remotely for nationwide visibility. Responsibilities
Conduct proactive investigation of the underlying facts and circumstances; retain and utilize proper experts where necessary; select and utilize counsel where appropriate
Evaluate coverage issues and identify risk transfer opportunities
Recognize exposures and ensure that reserving is appropriate and timely
Control and manage claim-related expenses
Effectively communicate exposures both internally and externally
Formulate a resolution strategy to resolve claims within given authority
Position may require periodic travel to attend meditations, trials and/or other related meetings
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum of 7 years of experience in the handling or litigating of complex commercial liability claims
Proficient computer skills required to navigate our paperless claim file system
Possesses a high level of technical claim and legal knowledge and skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills including history of writing complex coverage letters
Ability to professionally interact at a high level with parties both internal and external to AmTrust
Ability to adapt to changing situations, requirements, or priorities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to effectively influence others
Effective and skillful negotiator
Designated home state adjuster license preferred
CPCU designation/AIC certification preferred
This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. The expected salary range for this role is $115K- $155K/year. Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.