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Casualty Claims Specialist

  • Location:

    Illinois

  • Sector:

    Underwriting & Claims

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    US$100000 - US$130000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Crystal Leung

  • Contact email:

    Crystal.Leung@oliverjames.com

  • Job ref:

    JOB-032025-273337_1742913924

  • Published:

    6 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-04-24

Oliver James is partnered with a leading insurance carrier who seeks to build their Casualty Claims team. We are in search of an experienced claims adjuster who has strong litigation experience!

The position is offered fully remote in CO, KS, MN, MO, IA, IL, IN, MI, WI, WY, ND, SD and NE

Casualty Claims Litigation Specialist

As a Casualty Claims Litigation Specialist, where you'll play a key role in managing high-severity and complex commercial casualty claim, this role includes claims related to Commercial Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Construction Defect, Toxic Tort, and Professional Liability. You will handle litigation strategy, evaluate exposures, and work closely with defense counsel to drive claims toward resolution. Travel may be required within our territory to attend mediations and trials when necessary.

What You'll Do:

  • Conduct thorough investigations, analyze coverage, liability, and damages, and set accurate reserves.
  • Manage the defense and resolution of complex claims, re-evaluating exposure and strategy as cases progress.
  • Partner with external defense counsel to develop litigation strategies and determine resolution paths, including trial, settlement, or negotiation.
  • Attend settlement conferences, depositions, preliminary hearings, and trials as needed.
  • Provide technical expertise and mentorship to Claims Department staff on complex casualty claims.
  • Collaborate with Subrogation and Arbitration teams to maximize recovery efforts.

What You Bring:

  • 5+ years of experience handling Commercial Casualty Claims with a strong understanding of complex insurance coverages, laws, and regulations.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to navigate complex claims scenarios.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with a customer-centric mindset.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Willingness to travel (approximately two days per month); valid driver's license required.

What Sets You Apart:

  • Bachelor's degree (preferred but not required).
  • Experience handling Construction Defect claims.
  • Professional insurance designations (AIC, CPCU, SCLA, or equivalent in progress or completed).

What We Offer:

  • A culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
  • Internal mobility opportunities and leadership exposure.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, 401(k), profit sharing, tuition assistance, employer-funded HSA, paid parental leave, and an employee stock purchase plan.

Please send your resume to be considered for the position.

Only qualified candidates with the right experience will be contacted.

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