Claim Examiner

Markel

. Manage an assigned caseload of environmental, products liability, life sciences, professional liability, and general liability claims of moderate complexity .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,400 - $107,250 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing environmental, products liability, and professional liability claims, with a strong focus on claim investigation, coverage analysis, and negotiation. Proficient in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and executing effective claim handling strategies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Casualty Claims Handling ExperienceClaim InvestigationCoverage AnalysisNegotiation SkillsClaims Management Systems Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Claim InvestigationCoverage AnalysisLiability AssessmentReserve EvaluationLitigation ManagementSettlement PracticesPolicy InterpretationClaims DocumentationClaims Handling PlansClaims Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsDecision-Making SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Claims Management SystemsMicrosoft Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

AICCPCUSCLA

Industry Keywords

Environmental ClaimsProducts LiabilityLife Sciences ClaimsProfessional LiabilityBodily Injury ClaimsProperty Damage ClaimsRegulatory ComplianceClaim ReservesLitigation StrategySettlement Conferences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage an assigned caseload of environmental, products liability, life sciences, professional liability, and general liability claims of moderate complexity
Conduct timely claim investigations, including review of pleadings, contracts, medical records, expert materials, and other relevant documentation
Analyze policy language and identify coverage issues; prepare reservation of rights or other coverage correspondence with guidance
Evaluate liability, damages, and exposure and maintain appropriate claim reserves within assigned authority
Develop and execute claim handling plans, document material developments, and maintain accurate claim files
Select, direct, and monitor defense counsel, consultants, and experts
Review litigation strategy, budgets, legal bills, and case evaluations
Negotiate settlements within granted authority and prepare recommendations when additional authority is required
Participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and other claim-related meetings
Communicate with insureds, brokers, counsel, claimants, and internal stakeholders regarding claim status and strategy
Prepare claim summaries, reports, and updates for management and underwriting
Escalate significant coverage, severity, legal, regulatory, or reputational issues
Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, service standards, and company claim handling practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant claims experience required
2-4 years of casualty claims handling experience
Experience with environmental, products liability, life sciences, professional liability, bodily injury, or property damage claims preferred
Working knowledge of claim investigation, coverage analysis, liability assessment, reserve evaluation, litigation management, and settlement practices
Ability to interpret commercial insurance policies and identify issues requiring escalation or additional guidance
Experience working with defense counsel and managing litigated claims preferred
Sound analytical, organizational, negotiation, and decision-making skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate claim documentation
Ability to exercise independent judgment within assigned authority and seek guidance when warranted
Professional designation such as AIC, CPCU, SCLA, or equivalent is a plus
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
Proficiency with claims management systems and Microsoft Office applications
US Work Authorization required; Markel does not provide visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and benefits package
Professional development, training, and career advancement opportunities
Flexible hybrid work environment with a three-days-in-office and two-days-remote schedule
Multiple health, dental, and vision insurance plan options
Optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance
401(k) with employer match contributions
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PTO
Corporate holidays and floating holidays
Parental leave