Claims Representative - Executive Liability Division

As a member of our Claims Department, you will be responsible for handling an inventory of claim files.  Duties may include:    

• →Demonstrates functional analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills; ability to organize and prioritize caseload; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to handle confidential information with discretion.  

• →Performs detailed analysis of each claim.  

• →Evaluates coverage and liability, issues written coverage opinions and monitors all aspects of the file while working toward resolution of the claim; including hiring, monitoring and paying defense counsel.   

• →Develops and implements claim litigation and resolution strategies.  

• →Maintains accurate and detailed claim files, including all correspondence, reports and settlement agreements.  

• →Provides information to underwriters and reinsurers on specific claims or insureds and legal trends and issues which affect the business.  

• →Secures and analyzes necessary information (i.e., reports, policies, appraisals, releases, statements, records, or other documents) in the investigation of claims.  

• →Attends arbitrations or mediations as necessary.  

• →May affect settlements / reserves within prescribed limits and submit recommendations where applicable.   

• →Ensures that claims handling is conducted in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and other legal requirements, and that all applicable company procedures and policies are followed.  

• →May provide technical advice to other functional areas.  

• →Other duties as assigned.  

• University degree, college diploma, CIP coursework, or equivalent insurance industry experience preferred. 

• Experience working with condominium corporations, strata corporations, homeowners associations, nonprofit organizations, property management firms, or community associations is highly desirable. 

• Equivalent combinations of education, insurance industry  or property management experience, claims handling experience, legal experience, or professional designations will be considered. 

• Generally, 6 months to 5 years of claims, paralegal, law clerk or property management experience. 

• Possess or obtain once hired the necessary provincial insurance adjustor license(s).