Claims Examiner

Job Opportunity:

 

Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Claim Examiner to join our dynamic and expanding Claims team in Germany. This individual could be based in Hamburg or Cologne. The individual will be responsible for coordinating the adjustment of a variety of Lead and Follow claims across the portfolio. This is an opportunity to work within a highly collaborative team environment dedicated to best in class claims handling. The position provides an opportunity to handle claims from a range of industries and work with other markets on co-insured claims.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Managing claims arising from a growing book of Property and Marine business. Whilst predominantly Germany this will include international claims across our worldwide portfolio. Proactively investigate and handle claims from first notice of loss through ultimate resolution while advising internal stakeholders and meeting with clients and brokers as required. Negotiate settlement of third-party claims with solicitors and make timely payments upon agreement. Instruct and manage adjusters, and solicitors. Serve as a technical resource by mentoring other claims professionals and sharing technical knowledge related to Property Claims Representing Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) at internal and external meetings including review meetings with Brokers, Key Clients, and Representatives Keeping abreast of Legal and Regulatory developments Prepare reports, accurately set reserves within handling authority, or make claim recommendations concerning reserve changes above authority. Work alongside underwriters and other business partners to add value to our service proposition.

 Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Should have capability of handling a variety of claims including Construction, Engineering and Marine Claims. A minimum 3 years of claim handling experience in Germany and additional jurisdictions or matching equivalency. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Ability and willingness to work effectively in a team environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

BHSI Offers:

A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders A purposely non-bureaucratic organization that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasizes individual excellence in a team framework

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