Responsibilities
- Handle and oversee litigated first party commercial property claims, including large losses, across the United States; proactively manage litigation to obtain the best possible outcome.
- Review claims handled by Third-Party administrator to ensure that loss reserves, and expense reserves are accurate and updated in timely manner.
- Serve as First-Party Subject matter expert for Atain Specialty Insurance Company, specifically for first-party commercial property claims.
- Evaluate coverage for first-party commercial property coverage forms, and draft detailed coverage letters, including reservation of rights and / or declination letters.
- Provide counsel and take action on coverage issues on behalf of teammates; critically analyze factual developments, loss / expense reserves and settlement opportunities based on facts of claim.
- Provide outstanding customer service, build strong client relationships, and establish expertise and credibility with key stakeholders, including retail agent / brokers, and teammates within H.W. Kaufman Group
- Respond to Department of Insurance inquiries and interact regularly with corporate compliance to ensure we adhere to best practices.
- Attend mediation hearings and settlement conferences, when appropriate.
- Support highly successful and growing claims team.
- Additional duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5-10 years as a Commercial Property Subject matter expert.
- Attorney License in at least one jurisdiction.
- Insurance coverage and policy review experience necessary.
- Demonstrated background and expertise in first-party Commercial Property forms.
- Must be committed to education, learning the law of numerous jurisdictions, teamwork, and the financial success of our organization.
- Strong work ethic, excellent analytical skills, and high energy
- Commitment to exemplary customer service
- Ability to travel up to 10%
Compensation Package :
- Competitive base compensation
- Flexible and hybrid work options
- Health benefits & 401K with employer match
- Employer paid continuing education courses and designations
- Access to Kaufman Institute, H.W. Kaufman Group's corporate university
- Many opportunities for career advancement
About Our Company
Atain is an admitted and non-admitted property and casualty insurance company dedicated to serving niche programs and excess & surplus (E&S) markets.
Licensed in 50 states, Atain underwrites numerous lines of business including professional liability, general liability and commercial multi-peril risks.
This structure provides maximum flexibility in responding to business opportunities as they arise.
We pride ourselves on our strong financial growth, stability, industry-leading expertise and proven record of creating flexible and customizable products.
This is why A.M. Best affirmed Atain with an "A" (Excellent) Financial Strength Rating. Atain is part of the H.W. Kaufman Group family of companies, which comprises a vast network of over 60 offices across the globe.
From brokerage, underwriting, premium financing and real estate, to claims and loss control, together we are shaping the future of insurance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The H.W. Kaufman Group of companies is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status or condition protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.