Specialty Lines Claims Lead

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Position Specific Description

The ideal candidate for this position will be able to handle and adjust program claims that may be complex in nature on behalf of Palms Insurance Company. It is expected that the Specialty Lines Claims Lead will be responsible for the following:

•    Supervise all aspects of the claim file handling of both in-house and third-party administered claims through diligent investigation and assessment. 
•    Strategically partner with counsel, experts and vendors to analyze and determine coverage, manage and evaluate the claim investigation and discovery while keeping internal and external stakeholders apprised.
•    Continually evaluate claims to set appropriate, and timely reserves over the life of the claim to reflect changes in exposure.
•    Advise management and legal counsel on strategy regarding complex loss matters.
•    Manage service needs of Palms, MGA’s and TPA’s as required.
•    Assist with draft policy language reviews and ongoing department procedural initiatives as needed.
•    Maintain accurate and updated claim files throughout the life of the claim.
•    Perform pre and post binding claim audits as needed and communicate the audit results to appropriate internal and external stakeholders.
•    Perform other job-related duties as assigned and necessary.

Qualified candidates will possess the following skills/capabilities:
•    Ability to work  in a fast-paced startup environment.
•    Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of coverage issues, policy forms, contracts, regulatory requirements, and changing legal landscape for specialty line claims.
•    Understanding of technical claims proficiency and execution of Best Claims Practices.
•    Excellent analytical/negotiation skills. 
•    Excellent communication and writing skills with a strong business acumen and ability to collaborate with other departments, business partners and vendors.
•    Ability to resolve complex claims with minimal supervision.
•    Good critical and analytical thinking, advocacy and negotiation skills.
 

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Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Legal/Regulatory/External Affairs
Organization:  Palms Management Services, LLC 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

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