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American Global · 2 months ago

Senior Claims Advocate/AVP Claims

American Global is one of the largest privately held insurance and surety brokerage firms in North America specializing in all aspects of construction risk management. They are seeking a Senior Claims Advocate to support the claims team, facilitate claim reviews, and enhance client relationships while delivering exceptional customer service to clients.

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Responsibilities

Support claims team with day-to-day monitoring of claims activities of carriers and third-party administrators
Facilitate claim reviews with clients and/or insurance carriers when needed
Partner with client legal counsel on coverage, claims and strategy for settlement
Facilitate periodic claim reviews with clients and/or insurance carrier focusing on reserving practices, strategy and resolution
Analyze claim information for frequency and severity trends and assist clients in implementing risk-management processes and/or connecting them with resources to improve claim outcomes
Analyze new & existing losses, with focus on client claim advocacy, including investigation, reserving & litigation management. Develop appropriate resolution plans aimed at bringing claims to satisfactory conclusions based on findings
Provide support and training to client insurance and field staff on claims process, investigations, labor law issues, and litigation matters including current case law relative to their claims
Assist in training of Claims Associates
Drive and execute the claims onboarding for new American Global accounts and document key discussion points
Compile and/or approve complete, accurate and timely submissions and deliver to underwriters
Provide persuasive advocacy on all reservation of rights & denials in order to maximize available coverage
Cultivate local and regional relationships with claim trading partners to support company visibility and credibility in the construction insurance marketplace
Maintain ongoing communication with internal and external partners to ensure a high-level of customer service
Additional responsibilities as required

Qualification

General liability claims handlingRisk transfer methodsBachelor’s DegreeProfessionalismCommunication skillsTime ManagementAttention to detailProblem solving skillsAdaptabilityPresentation skills

Required

Minimum 7 to 10+ years of experience direct handling of general liability claims at an insurance carrier, TPA or brokerage
Proficient understanding of risk transfer methods
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Time Management / Prioritization
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrated problem solving, communication and presentation skills
High level of professionalism
Ability to embrace change and innovation as the industry evolves

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree preferred or related work experience
Maintain insurance license & CE requirements
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
Ability to travel as required

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package
401k with above-average employer match of up to 5% of your salary
Leadership training and support
Work/Life Balance (Summer Fridays, flexible work arrangements and mental health services)
Education and Student Loan Assistance

Company

American Global

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American Global is focused on supporting the surety & insurance needs of our clients while also providing added value as a trusted advisor.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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David Marino
President and Chief Operating Officer
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Michael Meisten
Senior Vice President - Chief Broking Officer
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