Claims Examiner – Executive Liability

Markel

. Investigate, monitor, negotiate and settle excess matters involving Directors & Officers and Financial Institutions liability claims, from inception through conclusion.

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $62,400 - $107,250 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing Directors & Officers and Financial Institutions liability claims, including coverage analysis, litigation management, and effective communication with stakeholders. Proficient in drafting complex correspondence and developing action plans based on legal and coverage issues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Directors & Officers Claims ExperienceFinancial Institutions Liability Claims ExperienceInsurance Coverage Litigation ExperienceJD PreferredExcellent Written And Oral Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Coverage AnalysisLitigation ManagementClaims Settlement EvaluationContractual Obligation DeterminationInsurance Coverage Analysis

Soft Skills

Collaborative Team PlayerProactive Self-ManagementEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

College DegreeProfessional Designation

Industry Keywords

Excess Professional LiabilityInsurance PoliciesClaims LeadershipCoverage DeterminationsInternal Reporting Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate, monitor, negotiate and settle excess matters involving Directors & Officers and Financial Institutions liability claims, from inception through conclusion.
Assess and evaluate coverage under Directors & Officers and Financial Institutions insurance policies; make coverage determinations.
Draft routine and complex coverage correspondence and communicate coverage positions to policyholders, brokers, and other stakeholders.
Manage claims involving coverage litigation.
Oversee and monitor litigation filed nationwide against insureds.
Work proactively with insureds and brokers toward economical claim resolutions.
Communicate with underwriting to manage claims and alert them to significant developments.
Communicate adverse case developments and pertinent product-line issues to Claims leadership.
Analyze and convey summaries of coverage and legal issues; recognize alternative approaches and develop action plans orally and in writing.
Maintain and adhere to Markel’s guidelines and procedures.
Ensure adherence to internal reporting requirements.
Contribute to initiatives, discussions, and action plans from Claims leadership.
Participate in ongoing training and development of claims examiners.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Directors & Officers, Financial Institutions, and/or Excess Professional Liability claims or litigation experience is a plus.
College degree and/or professional designation required; JD preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Sound comprehension of insurance coverage posed by Directors & Officers, Financial Institutions, and excess liability policies.
Ability to analyze and convey summations of complex issues both verbally and in writing; recognize alternative approaches and develop action plans.
Experience in determining contractual obligations, insurance coverage analyses, and investigations.
Insurance coverage litigation experience is a plus.
Ability to manage complex litigation, set loss and expense reserves, and evaluate settlement values.
Participate in Insured and Broker related functions and meetings as required.
Proven ability to work collaboratively and as team player willing to assist within the Unit and Professional Liability Division as needed.
Ability to proactively self-manage a caseload.
Travel required as necessary (approximately 20%).
US Work Authorization required; Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive plan eligibility
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Optional life insurance
Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) with employer match contributions
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PTO
Corporate holidays
Floating holidays
Parental leave