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General Liability Major Case Specialist

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In-Office
Downers Grove, IL, USA
112K-185K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Downers Grove, IL, USA
112K-185K Annually
Senior level
Manages complex, high-severity general liability injury and property damage claims from investigation through resolution. Responsibilities include evaluating coverage and liability, establishing reserves, negotiating settlements, coordinating litigation strategies with counsel, preparing management reports, and maintaining claim records. The role requires advanced insurance knowledge, negotiation skills, stakeholder communication, regulatory understanding, and an active adjuster license where required. Travel may be necessary for mediations, trials, and arbitrations.
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Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

Job Category
Claim

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range$112,000.00 - $184,800.00

Target Openings
1

What Is the Opportunity?
As a Major Case Specialist, General Liability, you are responsible for investigating, evaluating, reserving, negotiating, and resolving the office and/or department's most complex, high-exposure, and highest-severity injury and/or property damage claims within appropriate authority and oversight. You will serve as an expert technical resource to claim professionals, business partners, customers, and other stakeholders.What Will You Do?
  • Independently manage and oversee an active caseload of injury and/or property damage claims and litigation from first notice of loss through resolution within level of authority. Typically, handles high complexity injury and/or property damage claims which includes coverage disputes and contractual indemnity issues.
  • Conduct detailed investigations to gather evidence, assess liability and determine extent of damages and establish appropriate reserves.
  • Evaluate claim information and documentation to make informed decisions regarding coverage and resolutions.
  • Engage in negotiations with claimants, legal representatives, and other parties to achieve fair and equitable resolutions.
  • Develop and execute advanced resolution strategies and coordinate internal and external resources to conduct comprehensive claim investigations and evaluations.
  • Prepare and present detailed reports on claim status, trends and outcomes to senior management.
  • Work closely with legal, underwriting, and other departments to ensure coordinated claim handling.
  • Partner with Counsel to develop, direct, and execute litigation management strategies.
  • Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of all claim activities, communications, and decisions.
  • Identify areas in which we can improve or enhance current best practices and offer creative solutions.
  • Adapt to new technology implementations, system upgrades, and digital tool rollouts, particularly in the areas of AI while maintaining productivity and service quality.
  • Acquire and maintain relevant Insurance License(s) to comply with state and Travelers’ requirements within three months of starting the job.
  • May require travel, including overnight stays, to attend mediations, trials, arbitration, etc.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
  • Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Five plus years of complex, bodily injury claim and litigation experience.
  • Active adjuster license, where required by state law.
  • Experience with claims management and estimating software, with advanced skills in Microsoft Office and enterprise technology systems and platforms.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to understand, synthesize, interpret, and convey complex information in a simplified manner to multiple stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions and handle complex claims, evaluate severe losses, and negotiate settlements strategically.
  • Exceptional customer service skills; demonstrated ability to manage relationships with key stakeholders while delivering a consistently positive experience.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume workload and prioritize effectively.
  • Expert-level negotiation and conflict resolution skills with the ability to apply strategic claim handling practices.
  • Ability to manage stress, navigate difficult situations, and maintain composure and professionalism under pressure while always taking accountability for decisions.
  • Expert level knowledge of insurance principles, policy language, exclusions, and ISO forms with thorough understanding of business line products.
  • Strong understanding of state and federal insurance regulations, fair claims practices legislation, and legal requirements, with the ability to apply this knowledge to complex claims.
  • Ability to quickly learn from experience and apply it to new situations with speed and flexibility.
What is a Must Have?
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Four years of bodily injury liability, property damage liability, or comparable claim related experience.
What Is in It for You?
  • Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.
Employment Practices

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. 

In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/.

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161 N Clark St Ste 1000, Chicago, Illinois, 60601-3358, United States, Chicago, United States, 60601-3358

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