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Associate Vice President, Excess Casualty Claims

Confidential, Hartford, CT, United States


Associate Vice President, Excess Casualty Claims

About the Company

Reputable insurance company

Industry Insurance

Type Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is in search of an AVP for Excess Casualty Claims to take on a newly created leadership role. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the Claims organization, with a strong emphasis on talent development, and aligning people development efforts with the company's goals. This role involves promoting a workplace environment that values open communication and teamwork, as well as steering the overall direction of claims strategies and performance measures. The AVP will work closely with internal stakeholders, including Underwriting, Risk Management, and Actuarial, to ensure clear and consistent communication regarding claim developments and to facilitate the exchange of insights related to market activity and emerging loss patterns.

Applicants for the AVP position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in business, insurance, or a related field, and at least 5 years of experience in people management. Expertise in excess energy claims is a key requirement, along with strong analytical and communication skills. The role also involves overseeing the financial discipline within the Claims function, including expense management and participation in budget planning. The AVP will be expected to ensure accurate and timely claim reserving, and may be required to take part in various legal proceedings. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a proven track record in the industry, capable of driving the success of the Claims organization and contributing to the company's overall objectives.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

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