VP, Property Major Case, Large Loss

Travelers

VP of Large Loss Property leading Travelers' Large Loss organization for high-exposure property claims. Overseeing significant claims and guiding strategic initiatives with financial accountability.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $196,200 - $316,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and lead nationwide strategies for Claim Large Loss Property unit with full accountability for performance, budget, global line of business coverage resolution, and efficient management of allocated loss adjustment expenses while providing leadership to achieve talent development, engagement, business results, and resource optimization.
Independently manage property claims meeting Major Case Unit Referral Guidelines with designated authority up to $15MM and secure additional authority directly from Claim EVP for cases exceeding $15MM, as appropriate.
Oversee cases routinely valued in tens of millions of dollars, occasionally exceeding $100MM.
Maintain direct contact with agents, brokers, lawyers, and other external parties on complex claim resolution.
Ensure timely and cost-effective resolution of claims with anticipated exposure exceeding $1MM and directly negotiate complex claims (significant dollar exposure, class actions, etc.) with external parties.
Evaluate the most severe and complex claims with active involvement in coverage, liability, and damages analysis and provide claim-handling guidance, recommendations, and strategies to appropriate claim professionals.
Partner with Claim University to identify, develop, and present training programs that optimize field and unit claim handling effectiveness.
Train and develop claim professionals.
Deliver technical and coverage expertise to broader property organization to ensure product consistency.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree.
15 years of property claim experience with extensive expertise in Large Loss.
Demonstrated leadership experience with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
Comprehensive expertise across PI and BI Property Claims, Primary and Excess Property Coverage and Property Litigation.
Adjusters license required by applicable state statutes.
AIC and/or CPCU designation.
Demonstrated ability to develop long-term strategy and translate vision into actionable business plans.
Strong financial acumen.
Exceptional communication and negotiation skills across all audiences.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance : Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account.
You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

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Hard Skills & Tools

property claimslarge loss claimscoverage analysisliability analysisdamages analysisnegotiationclaim handlingfinancial acumentraining program developmentresource optimization

Soft Skills

leadershipteam developmentcommunicationnegotiationstrategic planningengagementbusiness results orientationinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor's DegreeAdjusters licenseAIC designationCPCU designation