Sr. Claims Examiner

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This position will be responsible for the resolution of personal lines marine bodily injury claims of all complexities, including but not limited to disputes that must be resolved in mediation or litigation. The primary purpose of this job is to handle claims from coverage enquiry through legal liability assessment (where relevant) and quantum analysis, to timely and accurate resolution; ensuring mitigation of indemnity and expense exposure while communicating developments and outcomes as necessary to all internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, the role will be responsible for identifying potential subrogation avenues. The position will have increased responsibility for decision making within their authority and work with minimal oversight and will provide training and be a technical referral point for other team members. Typically handles moderate to complex exposure personal lines marine bodily injury claims.  Confirms coverage of claims by reviewing policies and documents submitted in support of claims. Directs and monitors assignments to experts and outside counsel, ensures effective vendor and litigation management on moderate to high complexity claims including demonstrable savings Analyzes coverage and communicates coverage positions. Prepares coverage position letters Utilizes acceptable investigation claims handling and settlement techniques that achieve cost effective and timely closure results by obtaining, reviewing and analyzing documentation, policy provisions and other records. Conducts, coordinates, and directs investigation into loss facts and extent of damages Provides timely service throughout the life cycle of the claim by meeting all service level agreements, initiating timely contact to all appropriate parties, and responding to incoming inquiries according to company policy and procedures. Evaluates information on coverage, liability, and damages to determine the extent of insured's exposure Sets reserves within authority or makes claim recommendations concerning reserve changes to manager Negotiates and settles claims either directly or indirectly  Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information Present at roundtables to senior claims leaders and underwriters on higher exposure cases Participates in special projects or assists other team members as requested Assists in delivering technical training and/or provides mentorship to colleagues Travel to mediations, trials, and conferences as required Coordinates loss information for business stakeholders and presents information during meetings with underwriters and/or insureds when applicable US Work Authorization US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future. Pay information: The salary range for this position is $78,000   - $134,090. The posted salary range reflects the lowest and highest base salary applicable to this role across our U.S. locations. Individual offers are determined based on geographic location, experience, qualifications, internal equity, and other job-related factors. As a result, the salary offered for a specific location will fall within a narrower range than the overall range displayed in this posting. This position may also be eligible to participate in the Company's annual incentive plan.

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance,