AVP, Claim Manager
Chubb
- Philadelphia, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure the delivery of timely and effective claims service through supervision of a team of examiners and technical assistants at various experience levels
- Train, mentor and develop staff who are at different stages of their career and experience levels
- Provide advanced technical guidance on claim investigation, reserving, medical, disability and litigation management, case resolution and settlement strategies
- Utilization of advanced analytics and metrics to manage team efficiently and effectively
- Understand jurisdictional compliance requirements and ensure the team is meeting or exceeding the standards
- Actively participate in claim committees, account file reviews and project teams to address internal workflows, systems, and compliance issues
- Demonstrate highly developed analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills
- Develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external customers to enhance Chubb's brand in the marketplace
- Partner with underwriting, claims business consultant and claims teams to enhance and manage marketing initiatives and customer service commitments
- Exhibit strong business acumen to internal and external customers by providing accurate guidance on statutes, regulations, coverages, and service issues
- Effectively control the use, work product and expenses of outside vendors
- Coach team toward effective collaboration with internal resources like Regional Claims Specialist, regional and local nurses, SIU, Recovery and Claims Ops
- Exercise leadership by conducting reviews of examiner and technical assistant work product and teamwork efforts to deliver well written, supported performance management feedback and reviews
- Show exceptional performance management skills by providing timely coaching and feedback and creating meaningful business goals and development plans
- Model exceptional management skills at collaboration, influence, strategic focus, flexibility, communication, and accountability
- Positively influence the team environment to maintain a high level of employee engagement
- Leverage knowledge transfer and training skills for effective staff development toward their personal success and career advancement
- Work autonomously within granted authority level
- Strong proficiency in all areas of Workers' Compensation claims adjusting
- Jurisdictional expertise a plus
- High level of accuracy with claim financials: benefit/bill payment, coding, reserves, and inventory management and then impact of claims transactions on customers
- Advanced understanding of Claim Best Practices and Business Analytics
- Ability to incorporate analytical data into team management
- Exceptional negotiation skills and resources that will influence team results
- Strong business acumen and understanding of the fundamental components of Claims, Underwriting, agency relationships, industry strategies and trends
- Extensive knowledge of insurance contracts, investigation techniques, legal requirements, and insurance regulation
- Exceptional oral, written, and presentation skills that positively influence a wide audience within and outside the Claim department
- Ability to promote open communication that fosters an environment of continual learning, staff development and team collaboration
- Track record of success in coaching and developing staff
- An ability to be flexible, imaginative and to work well in teams
- Exceptional organizational, prioritization and time management capabilities
- Innovative thinker with ability to multi-task, plan, and delegate appropriately
- 10+ years of experience in handling Workers' Compensation claims preferred
- Prior supervisory experience a plus
- Ability to handle claims in multiple jurisdictions and within compliance standards
- Licenses in applicable states are not required at the time of posting for the position but must be obtained within 180 days from date-of-hire.
- AIC, RMA or CPCU completed coursework or designation(s) are a plus