Director, Private Equity and Transactional Claims
Everest, New York, NY, United States
About Everest
Everest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity, focusing on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders.
Job Summary We’re seeking a dynamic, highly skilled Director of Private Equity & Transactional Claims to join our growing team in New York City or Warren, NJ. This hybrid position requires 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. The role will oversee sophisticated primary and excess Reps & Warranties (R&W) and Private Equity claims, shaping outcomes across Legal, Reinsurance, and Executive teams. You will be a strategic advisor, influencing negotiation strategies and the client experience for our Private Equity and Transactional Liability portfolios.
Responsibilities Lead & Resolve Complex Claims
Manage and resolve sophisticated R&W and Private Equity claims with autonomy and judgment.
Conduct deep coverage analysis and issue clear, persuasive coverage position letters.
Develop and execute strategic approaches to negotiation, settlement, litigation, and arbitration.
Drive Litigation Strategy
Direct and manage outside counsel, ensuring alignment on strategy, budgets, and execution.
Attend mediations, settlement conferences, and trials; act as a central strategist and decision‑maker.
Financial & Risk Leadership
Set and manage case reserves with discipline and accuracy.
Prepare detailed Large Claim Reports for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
Strategic Partner to Underwriting & the Business
Collaborate closely with Underwriting on policy drafting, deal trends, and risk insights.
Identify claims trends that inform product strategies, underwriting appetite, and pricing.
Client, Broker & Reinsurer Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships across brokers, insureds, reinsurers, and partners.
Represent the company in client meetings, industry events, and market‑facing engagements.
Qualifications, Education & Experience
Minimum of 5 years of private equity and transactional liability claims experience.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation and investigation skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to evaluate coverage involving a wide variety of loss scenarios and think strategically.
In‑depth knowledge of the litigation, arbitration, and trial process.
Current holding or ability to obtain all required adjuster licenses.
Knowledge of insurance industry, claims and the legal and regulatory framework.
Ability to identify and use relevant data and metrics to manage claims effectively.
Collaborative mindset and willingness to work with colleagues across the organization.
Ability to present to senior management and other stakeholders.
Ability to resolve complex disputed claims.
J.D. (currently licensed) or experience practicing law preferred.
Travel: Approximately 0–25%, depending on business needs.
Compensation & Benefits Base salary range: $130,000 – $180,000 annually, based on education, experience, qualifications and work location. Benefits include health insurance, wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Equal Opportunity Employer Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. To request an accommodation, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.
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Job Summary We’re seeking a dynamic, highly skilled Director of Private Equity & Transactional Claims to join our growing team in New York City or Warren, NJ. This hybrid position requires 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. The role will oversee sophisticated primary and excess Reps & Warranties (R&W) and Private Equity claims, shaping outcomes across Legal, Reinsurance, and Executive teams. You will be a strategic advisor, influencing negotiation strategies and the client experience for our Private Equity and Transactional Liability portfolios.
Responsibilities Lead & Resolve Complex Claims
Manage and resolve sophisticated R&W and Private Equity claims with autonomy and judgment.
Conduct deep coverage analysis and issue clear, persuasive coverage position letters.
Develop and execute strategic approaches to negotiation, settlement, litigation, and arbitration.
Drive Litigation Strategy
Direct and manage outside counsel, ensuring alignment on strategy, budgets, and execution.
Attend mediations, settlement conferences, and trials; act as a central strategist and decision‑maker.
Financial & Risk Leadership
Set and manage case reserves with discipline and accuracy.
Prepare detailed Large Claim Reports for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
Strategic Partner to Underwriting & the Business
Collaborate closely with Underwriting on policy drafting, deal trends, and risk insights.
Identify claims trends that inform product strategies, underwriting appetite, and pricing.
Client, Broker & Reinsurer Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships across brokers, insureds, reinsurers, and partners.
Represent the company in client meetings, industry events, and market‑facing engagements.
Qualifications, Education & Experience
Minimum of 5 years of private equity and transactional liability claims experience.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation and investigation skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to evaluate coverage involving a wide variety of loss scenarios and think strategically.
In‑depth knowledge of the litigation, arbitration, and trial process.
Current holding or ability to obtain all required adjuster licenses.
Knowledge of insurance industry, claims and the legal and regulatory framework.
Ability to identify and use relevant data and metrics to manage claims effectively.
Collaborative mindset and willingness to work with colleagues across the organization.
Ability to present to senior management and other stakeholders.
Ability to resolve complex disputed claims.
J.D. (currently licensed) or experience practicing law preferred.
Travel: Approximately 0–25%, depending on business needs.
Compensation & Benefits Base salary range: $130,000 – $180,000 annually, based on education, experience, qualifications and work location. Benefits include health insurance, wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Equal Opportunity Employer Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. To request an accommodation, please contact Everest Benefits at everestbenefits@everestglobal.com.
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