Senior Vice President and Chief Claims Officer at Berkley

Company DetailsCarolina Casualty is a member company ofW. R. Berkley Corporation an insurance holding company that is among the largest commercial lines insurance writers in the United States. We specialize in liability physical damage cargo and other insurance solutions for the commercial auto markets including trucking public transportation and others.ResponsibilitiesOversee the Claims department; responsible for leading the development implementation and execution of claims strategies initiatives and processes. Lead and direct department leadership and personnel in achieving high standards of productivity efficiency and alignment of organizational goals. Ensure compliance with all local federal and state regulations related to claims while minimizing risk/exposure to the organization.Provide vision and leadership to the Claims Team in accordance with the companys strategic directionCultivate a departmental culture that excels in communication and collaborationDrives the development implementation and continuous planning organizing and leading of all claim programs metrics processes results and initiatives.Leads directs and has full management accountability for claims staff with an emphasis on talent management and succession planning in accordance with corporate strategic directionCollaborates with underwriting risk management actuarial and other claims partners to ensure knowledge sharing on latest trends market trends legal changes and loss reserving. Regularly reports on loss trends and exposures to internal and external business partnersLeverage people technology and processes to drive innovation within the departmentIdentifies and implements claim best practices in all operating units for proper and consistent claim performance compliance and achievement of financial goalsManage staff performance; implement strategies and plans to address staff development; identify and address training needs on an ongoing basis; provide frequent performance feedbackResponsible for cost containment and expenses related to all claim files within the claims operationCreates claims annual operational goals and objectives and budgetQualifications10 years of liability and bodily injury claims experience8 years management experienceP&C bodily injury claims and transportation/trucking experienceExpected to acquire and maintain adjusters license in all states where required or be an active member of a States AssociationUp to 20% travelThis position is located in Jacksonville FL and is 5 days in the officeRequired Experience:Chief Key Skills Business Development,Risk Management,Financial Services,Management Experience,Profit & Loss,Banking,Regulatory Reporting,Analysis Skills,Relationship Management,Financial Analysis,Leadership Experience,negotiation Employment Type : Unclear Experience: years Vacancy: 1