Senior Claims Specialist

pTitle: /p pSenior Claims Specialist /p pCompany: /p pEverest Reinsurance Company (Ireland), Dac (Zurich Branch) /p pJob Category: /p pClaims /p pJob Description: /p h3About Everest: /h3 pEverest is a global leader in risk management, rooted in a rich, 50+ year heritage of enabling businesses to survive and thrive, and economies to function and flourish. We are underwriters of risk, growth, progress and opportunity. We are a global team focused on disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation for all stakeholders, who care deeply about our impact on communities and the wider world. /p pThis position will be based in our Zurich office with a hybrid schedule that has the option of working two days remotely each week. /p h3Overview: /h3 pEverest Reinsurance Company (Ireland) DAC is looking for a Senior Reinsurance Claims Specialist to join the claims team of its Zurich office. This position will support Everest Re’s continued expansion in Continental European reinsurance through hands-on claims management and the delivery of high-quality claims service to clients, distribution partners and stakeholders. /p pThe successful individual will report to the Director, Reinsurance Claims, and work closely with colleagues in Zurich as well as internationally. /p h3Role : /h3 pThe successful candidate will manage an assigned portfolio of reinsurance claims, applying sound technical judgment to assess coverage, evaluate exposures and progress claims through to resolution. The role will involve undertaking claim reviews and travel when necessary. As a senior claim handler it is expected that the individual will proactively share technical and market knowledge within the claims team and the wider reinsurance group. This role does not include direct people-management responsibilities. /p h3Key Accountabilities: /h3 ulliManage an assigned portfolio of Continental European reinsurance claims, to include coverage analysis, exposure assessment, reserving, settlement and referral of complex or out of authority claims to the Director, Reinsurance Claims /liliDevelop effective working relationships with clients and brokers to support the timely exchange of information and resolution of assigned claims. /liliHandle assigned claims in accordance with internal procedures and applicable regulatory requirements, escalating issues as appropriate. /liliMaintain accurate claims records and prepare portfolio updates, providing claims information for management reporting and Solvency II returns as required. /liliWork closely and effectively within the broader global reinsurance claims team. /liliSupport the Zurich Underwriting team with claim reviews and client visits. /liliIdentify opportunities to improve day-to-day claims handling practices and share technical knowledge with colleagues. /liliContribute to ad hoc claims projects. /liliProvide updates on claims trends and developments. /li /ul h3Professional Experience: /h3 ulliReinsurance or insurance claims experience as claims handler, broker, lawyer or related role. /liliExperience of various business classes which might include property Cat, casualty, marine, energy and financial products /liliA good understanding of general reinsurance principles /liliExperience of wordings, policy interpretation and coverage /liliKnowledge of legal frameworks for European, UK or other jurisdictions /liliFrench (re)insurance market expertise /liliFamiliarity with using ECF2/Class/Writeback/P2P / SICS systems. /liliClaim reviews / audits /li /ul h3Skills Abilities: /h3 ulliStrong technical claims knowledge /liliCollaborative /liliEffective communicator /liliAbility to work independently /liliFluent English and strong French language skills required: German language skills would be an added benefit. /li /ul pWhat if I don’t meet every requirement? At Everest we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every element in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Please let us know if you need any accommodations throughout the application or interview process. /p h3Our Culture /h3 pAt Everest, our purpose is to provide the world with protection. We help clients and businesses thrive, fuel global economies, and create sustainable value for our colleagues, shareholders and the communities that we serve. We also pride ourselves on having a unique and inclusive culture which is driven by a unified set of values and behaviors. Click here to learn more about our culture. /p ullibOur Values /b are the guiding principles that inform our decisions, actions and behaviors. They are an expression of our culture and an integral part of how we work: Talent. Thoughtful assumption of risk. Execution. Efficiency. Humility. Leadership. Collaboration. Inclusion and Belonging. /lilibOur Colleague Behaviors /b define how we operate and interact with each other no matter our location, level or function: Respect everyone. Pursue better. Lead by example. Own our outcomes. Win together. /li /ul pAll colleagues are held accountable to upholding and supporting our values and behaviors across the company. This includes day to day interactions with fellow colleagues, and the global communities we serve. /p pType: /p pRegular /p pTime Type: /p pFull time /p pPrimary Location: /p pZurich, Switzerland /p pAdditional Locations: /p pPrivacy Notice | Everest (everestglobal.com) /p #J-18808-Ljbffr