Litigation Specialist
Springfield, MO, US, 65899
Litigation Specialist
Do you have multi-line claims handling work experience and enjoy investigating the facts? Do you consider yourself to be analytical with a high-level of curiosity? As a Litigation Specialist you will manage multi-line claims to include property, liability, and first/third-party exposures. To thrive in this position, you should have experience handling complex level bodily injury claims.
What You’ll Do
• Negotiate lawsuits and direct the activities of defense attorneys for claims involving litigation and/or complex injuries which are to be handled with advanced technical proficiency
• Complete an initial review and analysis of a policy’s coverage to determine that there is the correct coverage in place for the claim
• Complete an in-depth investigation and/or review of initial investigation to properly evaluate and ensure a correct assessment of the exposure
• Review the relevant venue specific case law
• Complete case evaluations and ensures the proper reserves are placed on exposures in accordance with the company’s reserving philosophy
• Attend depositions, trials, and arbitrations, when applicable
• Negotiates claims to a resolution within the authority given
• Recognize, investigate, and handle, as necessary, recoveries from subrogation, salvage, liens, loss transfers, or other related claim areas
• Manage all correspondence relating to the litigation files and respond accordingly
• Review all legal expenses incurred
• Report to Claims Committee, when appropriate
• Evaluate claims for bodily injury and review medical reports, records, and bills
• Calculate past/future medical expenses and past and future wage loss, where applicable
• Analyze the value of personal injury claims for compensation
• Consider alternative dispute resolutions, utilizing creative strategy
• Finalize decisions when determining the appropriate course of action for the file, considering the exposure of the insured, the company, and cost factors
• Maintain ongoing continuing education (CE) for required state licensing
What You’ll Need
• Complex level bodily injury claims handling experience: analyzing coverage, determining liability, negotiating settlements, reviewing estimates, and understanding medical terminology
• Currently hold an appropriate state adjuster license or obtain following date of hire (American National will incur fees associated / No out of pocket expenses)
Salary for this position can range from $69751.50 for candidates who are minimally qualified through $87,184.50 for more highly qualified candidates. Candidates outside of the range are encouraged to apply, and will be considered based on experience, skill and education.
American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays. We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.
American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905. With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.
Hiring Practices
The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.
American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application(s) by logging into our Career Portal. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram
American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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