What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Claim Representative position at Berkley North Pacific Group (a Berkley Company)?
Company Details
Berkley North Pacific is a regional insurance company that offers niche products and specialized coverages through local independent agency partners. We differentiate ourselves in the marketplace with our customer-obsessed approach that exceeds timeliness and responsiveness expectations. With local leadership, conversational underwriting, and responsive claims services, we truly are relationship driven. Our mission is to provide financial protection to our customers by offering premier insurance solutions, products, and services through our select independent agents. BNP is a proud member of W. R. Berkley Corporation , a Fortune 500® company. While we are regionally focused, we have the security and financial backing of one of the largest commercial lines’ writers in the United States.
At BNP we believe in our core values of Integrity, Ownership, Collaboration, and Innovation. We recognize our employees for their outstanding performance in establishing a workplace where employees can thrive, enjoy their work, and help our company grow.
This position may be fully remote but for you must reside within BNP's territory:
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Claims Representative, you will investigate moderate to complex commercial property and casualty claims in a prompt, equitable manner by analyzing coverage, liability, and damages; evaluating reserves; and negotiating settlement or conclusion of claims. This role is ideal for a claims professional who has a proven ability to handle complex coverage, liability, and damage issues. We'll trust you to proactively manage litigated claims while collaborating with defense counsel.
What You Can Expect
What you need to have:
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
Berkley North Pacific is a regional insurance company that offers niche products and specialized coverages through local independent agency partners. We differentiate ourselves in the marketplace with our customer-obsessed approach that exceeds timeliness and responsiveness expectations. With local leadership, conversational underwriting, and responsive claims services, we truly are relationship driven. Our mission is to provide financial protection to our customers by offering premier insurance solutions, products, and services through our select independent agents. BNP is a proud member of W. R. Berkley Corporation , a Fortune 500® company. While we are regionally focused, we have the security and financial backing of one of the largest commercial lines’ writers in the United States.
At BNP we believe in our core values of Integrity, Ownership, Collaboration, and Innovation. We recognize our employees for their outstanding performance in establishing a workplace where employees can thrive, enjoy their work, and help our company grow.
This position may be fully remote but for you must reside within BNP's territory:
- Idaho
- Oregon
- Utah
- Washington
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Claims Representative, you will investigate moderate to complex commercial property and casualty claims in a prompt, equitable manner by analyzing coverage, liability, and damages; evaluating reserves; and negotiating settlement or conclusion of claims. This role is ideal for a claims professional who has a proven ability to handle complex coverage, liability, and damage issues. We'll trust you to proactively manage litigated claims while collaborating with defense counsel.
What You Can Expect
- Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
- Internal mobility opportunities
- Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams
- Opportunity to impact change Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education
- Examine and analyze policies, contracts, and claim forms to determine coverage.
- Investigate loss in a prompt manner by telephone, correspondence, or on-site investigation to determine liability. Negotiate settlement or conclusion of claims.
- Request necessary reports, e.g., police reports, fire reports, medical records, property damage inspections, etc.
- Utilize independent adjusting services to assist in the claim investigation as appropriate.
- Establish accurate claim reserves and re-evaluate exposures and reserves during the claim's life.
- Correctly enter claim data into claim and related systems for reporting purposes.
- Collaborate with claims department staff on claim files in subrogation, arbitration, and salvage recovery.
- Review and hire potential liability and medical experts needed to defend litigated and pre-suit claims.
- Manage litigation by assigning counsel within the approved WRBC or BNP panel where applicable, obtaining a litigation plan and budget, coordinating defense lawyer activities, continuously reviewing the potential for settlement with claimant, reviewing litigation expenses and authorizing payments, and determining direction of defense, e.g., defend to conclusion; compromise; or negotiate a fair and equitable settlement.
- Conduct full Medicare lien analysis, ensure data integrity, and negotiate Medicare liens when applicable.
- Attend settlement conferences, depositions, mediations, pre-trial hearings, and trials when advisable.
What you need to have:
- 5 years Commercial Property & Casualty Claims experience
- Excellent communication (written/verbal) and inter-personal skills
- Obtain and retain required state adjuster licenses
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of tools
- Ability to travel occasionally, as required for proper claim resolution
- Bachelors degree preferred
- Advanced insurance education desired, e.g., AIC, CPCU, SCLA
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.
The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.
The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role
