Executive Claims Examiner

Markel

Executive Claims Examiner at Markel responsible for investigating and settling complex insurance claims. Managing litigation, communicating coverage positions, and adhering to internal guidelines.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeChicago • Arizona, Illinois, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,520 - $134,090 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate, negotiate and settle complex primary and excess policy claims including legal malpractice
Investigate and analyze coverage under primary and excess professional liability insurance policies
Manage litigation filed nationwide against insureds
Communicate with underwriting as needed to manage claims
Maintain and adhere to Markel’s guidelines and procedures
Contribute and assist in the implementation of a wide range of initiatives
Actively participate in the ongoing training and development of the claims examiners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 4+ years of professional liability claims or litigation experience required
Excess liability claims or litigation experience a plus
College degree and/or professional designation required, JD preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Sound comprehension of insurance coverage posed by professional liability and excess liability policies
Experience in determining contractual obligations, insurance coverage analyses, and investigations
Insurance coverage litigation experience a plus
Ability to manage complex litigation, set loss and expense reserves and evaluate settlement values
US Work Authorization required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) with employer match contributions
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Corporate holidays
Floating holidays
Parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

professional liability claimsexcess liability claimslitigation managementinsurance coverage analysiscontractual obligations determinationsettlement evaluationloss and expense reserves managementinvestigations

Soft Skills

excellent written communicationexcellent oral communicationnegotiationanalytical skillstraining and development

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