Claims Executive

Travelers

. Conduct thorough investigations, analyses, evaluations, and dispositions of Bond and Specialty Insurance claims .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $104,000 - $171,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in handling complex Bond and Specialty Insurance claims, ensuring compliance with claims processes and best practices while effectively collaborating with stakeholders and outside counsel. Proficient in legal research and documentation, with strong negotiation and communication skills.

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Claim Handling ExperienceInsurance LicenseLegal Research SkillsAdvanced Writing SkillsProficiency with Legal Research Software

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Hard Skills

Claim InvestigationRisk AssessmentSettlement NegotiationClaims Resolution StrategiesDocumentation ManagementCompliance with BSI ProcessesLegal Terminology KnowledgeClaims AnalysisFinancial Exposure ReportingRecovery Coordination

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

WestlawPacerLexMachinaMicrosoft OfficePDF Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Insurance LicenseContinuing Education Credits

Industry Keywords

Bond InsuranceSpecialty InsuranceClaims ManagementLitigation StrategyLegal Documents

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct thorough investigations, analyses, evaluations, and dispositions of Bond and Specialty Insurance claims
Handle and resolve advanced to highest-severity and complexity claims with minimal supervision
Identify risks, liabilities, coverage issues, and negotiate settlements
Review Bond/Insurance policies, agreements, contracts, and legal documents
Assess claim exposures and develop claim resolution strategies
Ensure compliance with BSI claims processes, procedures, and best practices
Maintain documentation of claim activities, decisions, and communications
Collaborate with outside counsel to manage litigation strategy
Prepare management reports covering loss development, financial exposure, coverage issues, recoveries, and resolution strategies
Identify recovery opportunities and coordinate recovery efforts
Support stakeholders and customers throughout the claims process
Mentor and train less experienced claims representatives
Attend mediations, settlement conferences, claim conferences, field office visits, trials, and depositions
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred as an ideal candidate qualification
Associate’s degree required
Eight years of claim handling experience preferred as an ideal candidate qualification
Six years of previous claim handling work experience required
Valid driver’s license or access to alternative transportation
Insurance license(s) required, generally obtained within three months of starting the job
Ongoing continuing education credits as mandated
Expert knowledge of legal terminology
Skilled in legal research
Advanced grammar and writing skills
Proficiency with legal research software such as Westlaw, Pacer, and LexMachina
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and PDF software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance from the first day of employment for employees and eligible family members
401(k) dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum
Paying it Forward Savings Program with annual 401(k) contributions for student loan payments
Pension Plan 100% funded by Travelers
Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually
Nine paid company Holidays
Wellness program with tools, discounts, resources, and caregiving support
Free professional counseling services, health coaching, and mental health resources
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
Equal opportunity employment