Sr. Claims Analyst, D&O

Job Title: Senior Claims Analyst – D&O

Job Summary:

Investigate, evaluate, and resolve claims made against the Company’s insurance policies including public and private D&O, fiduciary and crime policies. Engage in collaborative projects in support of other areas of the company, including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations, and technology. Provide superior service to all customers, whether internal or external.

Job Duties:

• Efficiently manage a vigorous load of claims involving a broad spectrum of accounts and coverages. Promptly analyze coverage, draft accurate and timely coverage positions, and manage litigation by effectively interacting with insureds, brokers, defense counsel and other parties as required. Establish timely and appropriate reserves and regularly report claim developments and trends to claims and underwriting management. Represent Company in the resolution of claims and participate in legal proceedings, including mediations.

• Work with other areas of the Company including underwriting, finance and accounting, actuarial, operations and technology on projects as requested. Prepare claim summaries and other reports as necessary for management.

• Meet with existing or prospective clients and brokers. Attend relevant industry conferences/meetings

Compensation:

The below annualized base pay range is a broad range based on analysis of similar positions in the market. The actual base pay for the position may be above or below the listed range and determined by a number of considerations, including but not limited to complexity, location, and scope of the role, along with experience, skills, education, training, and other conditions of employment. Base salary represents one component of Allied World’s comprehensive total reward package, which may also include annual incentive compensation rewards. 

Salary range: $110,000 - $125,000

Job Requirements:

• At least 3 years’ experience handling liability insurance claims or related relevant experience. Experience handling specialty lines claims is preferred. Four-year college degree is required, but J.D. is strongly preferred.

• Substantial knowledge of issues underlying D&O, fiduciary and crime claims.

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Some technical writing experience. Proficient with Microsoft Office products, internet research and typing.

• Ability to accurately and timely analyze coverage and instruct and collaborate with counsel regarding litigation strategy and claim resolution, and resolve claims and otherwise act within the scope of delegated authority.

Special Responsibilities:

• Work requires the ability to quickly and accurately read, comprehend, analyze and produce written materials and to use a computer for long periods of time. Some travel required.

About Allied World

Allied World Assurance Company Holdings, Ltd, through its subsidiaries, is a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions. We operate under the brand Allied World and have supported clients, cedents and trading partners with thoughtful service and meaningful coverages since 2001. We are a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings, Limited and benefit from a strong capital base and a worldwide network of affiliated entities that allow us to think and respond in non-traditional ways. 

Our generous benefits package includes: Health, Dental and Disability Insurance, a company match 401k plan, and Group Term Life Insurance. Allied World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without consideration of any disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.