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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Claims Examiner based in our Toronto Office to support our growing Third-Party business and existing technical claims team. In this role, the Senior Claims Examiner will have a unique opportunity to handle a diverse mix of Financial Lines claims including D&O, E&O, Life Agent Broker Dealer and Professional Liability as well as some General Casualty claims.
Job Responsibility:
Proactively handling claims from first notice of loss through ultimate resolution
Working with and advising internal partners on claims
Developing a proactive plan of action for ultimate resolution
Obtaining budgets and meeting with clients, counsel and brokers
Reviewing and providing advice on policy wordings and risk selection
Independently evaluate information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of exposure to the insured and the company
Collaborate with defense counsel on strategy and resolution
Effective participation in mediations on complex claims
Provide outstanding customer service and technical expertise
Analyze and draft coverage letters as appropriate and communicate complex coverage positions effectively
Draft reports and make recommendations concerning reserve changes
Travel to conferences, mediations, and client meetings as necessary
Requirements:
7-10+ years’ experience, with a minimum of three years’ experience handling insurance claims, defense and/or coverage litigation or other related experience required
University degree required
JD preferred
Background in E&O, D&O and/or Fidelity/Crime claims
Excellent interpersonal, communications and negotiation skills required
Must have attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, highly collaborative team environment
Nice to have:
Experience handling Fiduciary and/or Fidelity/Crime claims is a plus
What we offer:
Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision benefits
Disability Insurance (both short-term and long-term)
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with Company Match