Claims Examiner II – Marine Personal Lines

Markel

Claims Examiner managing marine personal lines claims across multiple jurisdictions. Responsible for confirming coverage, conducting investigations, and negotiating settlements.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Colorado, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the resolution of low to moderate complexity and exposure Personal Lines Marine physical damage claims in multiple jurisdictions
Confirms coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claims
Analyzes coverage and communicates coverage positions
Ability to draft coverage position letters independently
Utilizes acceptable investigation claims handling and settlement techniques that achieve cost effective and timely closure results
Conducts, coordinates, and directs investigation into loss facts and extent of damages
Evaluates information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of insured's exposure
Sets reserves within authority or makes recommendations concerning reserve changes to manager
Utilizes diary system to pro-actively resolve outstanding issues and to ensure timely processing and closure of the claim
Negotiates and settles claims directly with claimant
Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information
Provides timely service throughout the life cycle of the claim by meeting all service level agreements
Identifies subrogation opportunities and fraud potential and makes appropriate referrals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
Must have or be eligible to receive any necessary claims adjuster license(s)
Must have or be willing to successful complete basic insurance courses or achievement of industry designation (INS, IEA, AIC, ARM, SCLA, CPCU)
Preferred two to five years of claims handling experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of insurance industry or claims handling preferred
Knowledge of marine accident investigation techniques preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options
Optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance
401(k) with employer match contributions
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PTO
Corporate holidays and floating holidays
Parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

claims handlingcoverage analysisinvestigation techniquesnegotiationreport preparationsubrogation identificationfraud detectionreserve settingpolicy reviewclaims settlement

Soft Skills

communicationanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingtime managementindependenceattention to detailcustomer serviceorganizational skillscollaborationdecision making

Certifications

claims adjuster licenseINSIEAAICARMSCLACPCU