AZRA is a specialty niche reinsurer, domiciled in California and licensed as an admitted insurer in 36 states (including District of Columbia), and is a qualified, accredited, or approved reinsurer in fifteen states. AZRA is a property casualty reinsurer which writes both prospective and legacy reinsurance. AZRA has specific expertise in run-off management of U.S. legacy insurance liabilities. It services Allianz Group affiliates and third parties including third party claims administration of asbestos, environmental, workers compensation, general liability, and construction defect liabilities.
AZRA has approximately 150 employees located nationwide with the majority working on a remote basis.
AZRA is looking for a Claims Specialist III to join our Asbestos Team – based anywhere, USA
What you do:
Manage a caseload of complex asbestos accounts. Timely claim management of new loss assignments and reassignment. Develop account strategy and manage mass tort litigation. Evaluate asbestos cases. Provide defense counsel and vendor oversight based upon an agreed litigation strategy. Identify appropriate cases for trial and complete pre-trial and trial activities. Understand coverage issues and make complex coverage decisions. Gather and analyze claim trend, billing and other claim and financial data.
What you bring:
Asbestos claim handling experience with demonstrated roles of increased responsibility. Analytical thinker, detailed-oriented and highly self-motivated with an interest in continued learning of complex claims and issues. Strong technical background desired with an emphasis on coverage issue identification and policy interpretation. In-depth knowledge of liability policy language and coverage interpretation. Ability to provide guidance, input and oversight to defense counsel. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Work experience in a highly regulated environment and ability to ensure compliance with regulations, policies and procedures. Strong interaction and presentation skills desired. College degree required, post graduate degree preferred. State licenses where required.
This position may require occasional national travel on short notice.
This position will report to the Director of Asbestos Claims.
What we offer:
Range $90,000 - $130,000 (pay band minimum – pay band maximum)
Actual base salary may vary based upon factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity of peers, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual incentive program.
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