Litigation Specialist - All lines General Liability and Auto
Location: Minneapolis Minnesota
Description: Sedgwickcms is at present looking to employ Litigation Specialist - All lines General Liability and Auto right now, this occupation will be placed in Minnesota. Detailed specification about this occupation opportunity please read the description below. Litigation Specialist
CLAIM YOUR FUTURE AS A GREAT PERFORMER!
Providing both satisfying and challenging work along with a highly professional and friendly work atmosphere, Sedgwick has a strong commitment to its colleagues and its clients. If you are seeking a place where you can do great things for those whose lives you touch while maximizing your own career possibilities, Sedgwick is the place for you. As the largest and most innovative Thir! d Party Administrator in the claims industry and the first and! only TPA to receive both recognition as the Best TPA in America and the coveted Employer of Choice designation, we invite you to come be a part of our team and, “Claim Your Future.â€
PRIMARY PURPOSE : To address claims in litigated status and to develop a strategy to bring a case to satisfactory resolution. Manages panel counsel through discovery, action planning and strategy, negotiations and resolution.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Reviews/acts on reports/forms; responds to inquiries; seeks legal opinion and early resolution; and communicates resolution to appropriate parties. Responds to decisions, agreement, and/or court order; creates action plan; determines need for examination; gains client authorization. Identifies cases for settlements/redemptions. Gathers/documents additional information and coordinates with client designees. Requests legal/private investigation; assigns to and coordinates with local counsel; monitors local counsel p! erformance. Responds to plaintiff's counsel, union, employee, or client requests. Identifies issues; formulates defense strategy. Establishes/adjusts accrued liability. Approves administrative expenses. Identifies subrogation opportunities and manages process. Attends mediations or hearings as needed. Works with partners to effect early return-to-work.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Legal courses preferred.
Experience
Five (5) years of claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Legal experience preferred.
Skills & Knowledge Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products Analytical and interpretive skills Strong organiza! tional skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent negotiation skil! ls Ability to work in a team environment Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required
Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE : Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains t! he discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and a
Drug-Free Workplace
Additional Information:
- GL experience all lines and some auto
- Litigation Claims Handling Experience
- Mediation / Settlement Conference attendance
- This is a CLAIMS EXAMINER position handling only claims in Litigation. This is not a legal position / Attorney role.
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This occupation starts available on: Wed, 19 Feb 2014 16:50:24 GMT
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