Construction Defect Claim Consultant

The Hartford • United States, United States • 1d ago

Consultant Claims - CH08CE

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

The Claim Consultant is a claim handling role within the Complex Claims Unit (CCU). CCU Construction is a highly specialized claim organization responsible for the management of construction defect and construction related claims involving bodily injury and property damage. Claims in CCU Construction are often associated with complex fact patterns requiring contract analysis, and coverage issues that may involve multiple years and @types of insurance coverage. CCU Construction claims also commonly involve litigation, require subject matter expertise to manage and can involve higher exposures.?

RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Claim Consultant will demonstrate the ability to timely manage medium to high exposure accounts exhibiting detailed claim knowledge, a well-reasoned analytical focus and a claim resolution strategy.? Other responsibilities include:

Provide proactive communications to customers and business partners in the management of claims;

Respond to inquiries from customers and provide superior customer service;

Review and analyze multiple complex policies and coverage parts;

Write and articulate clear and concise coverage positions;

Conduct investigations regarding claims and/or lawsuits;

Manage litigation and counsel, inclusive of litigation planning, budgeting and implementing a liability resolution strategy;

Develop coverage, liability and damages assessments and provide recommendations to leadership;

Pursue coverage and liability risk transfer against other liable parties and insurance carriers;

Conduct complex negotiations and articulate coverage/liability positions.

Attend mediations and trials as necessary;

Manage expenses, reserves and financial transactions;

Consistently maintain up to date claims metrics.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree preferred; J.D. or CRIS designation is a plus;

5+ years general liability claim handling experience strongly preferred, construction defect claim handling experience is preferred;

Experience in handling affirmative/defensive risk transfer;

Strong verbal and written communication skills;

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills;

Ability to present in a roundtable setting with a well-reasoned and analytical evaluation;

Strong customer service and active listening skills;

Strong time management and organization skills;

Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills;

Working proficiency with MS Office, especially Word and Excel;

Active Property & Casualty State Insurance Adjuster license, preferred.

OTHER INFORMATION :

This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work arrangement.? Candidates who live near one of our office locations (Hartford, CT, San Antonio, TX, Lake Mary, FL, Phoenix, AZ, Naperville, IL) will have the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). Candidates who do not live near an office will have a remote work arrangement, with the expectation of coming into an office as business needs arise.

Compensation

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$84,000 - $126,000

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

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