Senior Claims Examiner, Construction

Markel

Senior Claims Examiner handling complex claims from inquiry to resolution in the insurance sector. Collaborating with stakeholders and providing expert guidance in claim processes and litigation.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRed Bank • Illinois, New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $78,000 - $107,250 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle claims from coverage enquiry through legal liability assessment and quantum analysis
Ensure timely and accurate resolution of claims and communicate developments to stakeholders
Confirm coverage of claims by reviewing policies and submitted documents
Prepare coverage position letters and refer suspicious losses to SIU
Conduct, coordinate, and direct investigations into loss facts and extent of damages
Direct and monitor assignments to experts and outside counsel
Evaluate information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine insured's exposure
Set reserves within authority and recommend reserve changes to manager
Negotiate and settle claims typically in litigation within authority
Present at roundtables to senior claims leaders on cases going to trial
Participate in special projects and may lead larger projects
Represent Markel at mediations, trials, and conferences
Analyze loss information for business stakeholders and present findings during meetings
Serve as a technical resource to underwriting and assist with drafting policy wording
Assist in training new hires and providing guidance to others

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
JD, advanced degree, or focused technical degree a plus
Must have or be eligible to receive claims adjuster license
Successful achievement of industry designations (INS, IEA, AIC, ARM, SCLA, CPCU)
Participation in industry training opportunities (CLM Claim College, Munich Re Training, FDCC, etc.)
Minimum of 5 years of claims handling experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Successful completion of 3 years as a Claims Examiner
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong organization and time management skills
Ability to work autonomously in a fast paced environment
Experience in negotiation, mediations and monitoring trials
Ability to influence claims stakeholders and to effectively direct claims strategy
Strong litigation management skills are required including the ability to provide direction and guidance to defense attorneys and other experts while controlling expenses.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Word)
Knowledge of tort and contract law
Strong desire for continuous improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Optional life insurance
Optional disability insurance
401(k) with employer match contributions
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PTO
Corporate holidays
Floating holidays
Parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

claims handlinglegal liability assessmentquantum analysiscoverage position lettersnegotiationlitigation managementanalytical skillsproblem solvingtime managementtort and contract law

Soft Skills

written communicationoral communicationorganizationautonomyinfluenceguidancecontinuous improvementpresentation skillsleadershipcollaboration

Certifications

claims adjuster licenseINSIEAAICARMSCLACPCUCLM Claim CollegeMunich Re TrainingFDCC