Claims Manager, Excess Energy

Starr Insurance Companies is a leading insurance and investment organization, providing commercial property and casualty insurance, including travel and accident coverage, to almost every imaginable business and industry in virtually every part of the world.

Cornelius Vander Starr established his first insurance company in Shanghai, China in 1919. Today, we are one of the world’s fastest growing insurance organizations, capable of writing in 128 countries on 6 continents.

Starr is looking for individuals who bring "passion" and "drive" to work with them every day. There's no shortage of opportunities as we continue to grow. Take charge of your career today and join our amazing team.

Claims Manager, Energy Claims

This position can be filled in any of our Starr locations with some of the preferred offices listed below:

• Excess Energy – Houston, Philadelphia, Scottsdale, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta
  
  

Description

Essential Job Functions

• Active oversight of a directly handled active inventory of primary and excess claims related to policies written out of the Energy Profit Center in various jurisdictions
• Performing prompt coverage analysis and determination, investigation into liability and defenses, and timely reserve evaluations
• Perform audits through claim systems and on-site visits
• Required to attend mediations, settlement conferences, etc. to negotiate cost-effective settlements and attend trials on an “as needed” basis
• Provide timely and meaningful information to underwriters, actuaries and reinsurers to update them regarding losses which could impact Starr’s policies
  
  

Job Requirements

8 - 10 years of experience in energy claims handling, management and/or overseeing Third Party Administrator(s):

• Prior experience handling and evaluating claims involving large commercial complex coverage analysis
• Demonstrated success managing litigation, evaluating and negotiating claims involving energy, construction and/or the New York Labor Law
• Self-starter and team player who needs little direction and is focused on developing, and executing on, creative solutions to our clients’ most challenging business problems
• Strong coverage knowledge
• Superior negotiation and litigation management skills
• Must be organized and have excellent documentation skills
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Excellent and diplomatic communicator
• Customer- service and relationship-oriented
• Innovative and curious, with a desire for continuous learning and growth
• Travel is required and will vary depending on business needs and caseload
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage time effectively, set priorities and meet deadlines
• Insurance adjuster licenses must be obtained where needed. Candidates who are already broadly licensed are preferred.
  
  

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.