Senior Environmental Technical Claims Specialist

Business Title(s):SeniorEnvironmentalTechnical Claims Specialist

Employment Type:Full-Time

FLSA Status:Exempt

Location:In-Office

Summary:

We are looking for a highly capable Senior Environmental Technical Claims Specialist to join our team and work from anyone ofthe ouroffices in Albany, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, Omaha, Richmond (VA), Rockwood (PA), or Springfield (MO).Alternatively, we are also open to consider candidates working from home anywhere in the continental United States This individual will report to a manager who works in New York City and is focused on adjudicating first and third party commercial environmental claims (mostly complex storage tank claims) and contributing to providing superb results for our clients.

This is a 100%in-office position. Candidates must be able to work on-site at a designated company office during standard business hours.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Working under limited oversight under broad management direction,adjudicatecommercial environmental claims at the highest authority limits on assignments reflecting the highest degree of technical complexity, potentially with major impact on departmental results.

• Conducting detailed information gathering, analysis and investigation to find solutions to issues that arenumerousand undefined.

• Reporting to senior management and underwriters on claims trends and developments.

• Analyzingclaims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions, and other records todeterminewhether the loss falls within the policy coverage.

• Investigating claims promptly and thoroughly, including interviewing all involved parties.

• Managing claims in litigation

• Managing diarytimelyand complete tasks to ensure that cases move to the best financial outcome andtimelyresolution.

• Properly setting claim reserves,taking into accounthow different policy wordingsimpactthe claims reserving process.

• Identifyingloss drivers and claims trends to reduce claims frequency and severity through data analysis and improved claim management

• Identifying, assigning, and coordinating the assignment and coordination ofexpertiseresources toassistin case resolution.

• Preparing reports for file documentation

• Applying creative solutions which result in the best financial outcome.

• Negotiates ina timelyand effective manner to provide cost effective solutions for the company and its customers within own limits using a range of negotiation styles.

• Processing mail and prioritizing workload.

• Completing telephone calls and written correspondence to/from various parties (insured, claimant, etc.).

• Having an appreciation and passion for strong claim management.

Qualifications / experience Required:

• A deep knowledge of commercial environmental claims typicallyacquiredthrough:

• Aminimum of seven years‘ experienceadjudicatingcommercial environmental claims with exposure of $100,000 or more.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required.J.D. preferred.Two or more insurance designations or fouradditionalyears of related experienceadjudicatingcommercial environmental claims beyond the minimum experiencerequiredabove may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

• Licensed Claims Examiner (Based on state) Must be licensed or have ability to quickly obtain a license in eachjurisdictionrequiring a license toadjudicatefirst party claims. within 120 Days.

• Must have good business acumen (i.e. understand how an insurance company works and makes money, including how this role impacts both Argo Group and our customers’ ability to be profitable).

• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships.

• Excellent evaluation and strategic skillsrequired.

• Strong claim negotiation skillsa must.

• Mustpossessa strong customer focus.

• Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize workload while handling multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Ability to articulate the financial value of your work at multiple responsibility levels inside our clients’ business which may include CEO.

• Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.

• Demonstrates inner strength.Has the courage to do the right thing anddemonstratesiton a daily basis.

• A strong focus on execution in getting things done right.Proven ability to consistently produce and deliver expected results to all stakeholders by:

• Finding a way to achieve success through adversity.

• Being solution (not problem) focused

• Thinking with a global mindset first.

• Client focus – the ability to effectivelydeterminespecific client needs and to provide value added solutions.

• Successful traits (flexibility, ability to thrive in change, being resourceful on your own) necessary to work in afast pacedenvironment that is evolving constantly.

• Ability to develop andmaintainproductive relationships with clients, businesspartnersand organizational peers with a focus ontimelyand meaningful exchanges of information.

• Exhibit natural and intellectual curiosityin order toconsistently explore and consider all options and is not governed by conventional thinking.

• Uses listening and questioning techniques to effectively gather information from insureds and claimants.

• Demonstrates an understanding of mechanisms available for resolving claims settlement disputes (e.g. arbitration and mediation) and when these are used.

• Proficient in MS Office Suite and other business-related software.

• Polished and professional written and verbal communication skills.

• The ability to read and write English fluently isrequired.

• Mustdemonstratea desire for continued professional development through continuing education and self-development opportunities.

The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will becommensuratewith candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost oflaborin that location. In addition to base salary, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.

• Colorado outside of Denver metro, Delaware, Illinois (outside of Chicago metro area), Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts (outside of Boston metro area), Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island, and Vermont Pay Ranges: $137,500 – $165,000.

• Boston metro area, California outside of Los Angeles & San Francisco metro area, Connecticut, Chicago metro area, Denver metro area, New Jersey (outside of New York City metro area), New York State (outside of New York City metro area), Washington, D. C. metro area, & Washington State Pay Ranges:$151,000 – $181,250

• New York City,Los Angelesand San Francisco metro areas Pay Ranges:$165,000 – $198,000

About Working in Claims at Argo Group

Argo Group does not treat our claims or our claims professionals as a commodity. The work we offer is challenging, diverse, and impactful.

Our Adjusters and Managers are empowered to exercise their independent discretion and, within broad limits and authority, be creative in developing solutions and treat each case as the unique situation it is.

We have a very flat organizational structure, enabling our employees have more interaction with our senior management team, especially when it relates to reviewing large losses.

Our entire claims team works in a collaborative nature to expeditiously resolve claims. We offer a work environment that inspires innovation and is open to employee suggestions. We even offer rewards for creative and innovative ideas.

We believe in building an inclusive and diverse team, and we strive to make our office a welcoming space for everyone. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds to apply.