About the position

AXIS Capital is hiring a Claims Specialist focused on Employment Practices Liability (EPL) claims for its North America Claims team, within the Wholesale Financial Lines Claims team. The team handles excess and primary claims for EPL, Directors and Officers (D&O), and related lines. Reporting to the Head of Wholesale Claims – Financial Lines, the specialist investigates, analyzes, and evaluates EPL claims, makes coverage determinations, and guides claims toward resolution. The role involves working with sophisticated insureds and resolving complex disputes, with opportunities to develop expertise in EPL claims and coverage and learn about other Wholesale Financial Lines products. The position requires travel and working in the office three days per week. The successful candidate must adhere to AXIS licensing requirements. AXIS describes its culture as inclusive, collaborative, entrepreneurial, disciplined, and ethical, with an emphasis on respectful teamwork and achieving results.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze, and evaluate Employment Practices Liability claims and make appropriate coverage determinations.
• Determine valuations for complex claims and recommend settlement strategies in accordance with company policies.
• Collaborate effectively with insureds, brokers, and partners.
• Travel to participate in mediations, observe trials, and build relationships with AXIS partners.
• Escalate coverage concerns to internal teams and work with external coverage attorneys when assigned.
• Develop claim and litigation strategies, delegate tasks, and oversee external legal advisors.
• Assist with underwriting inquiries, analyze claim trends, conduct data analysis, and perform risk assessments.
• Maintain precise records of claim activities and promptly update systems with relevant information.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate.
• Ability to work efficiently in high-visibility settings with shifting deadlines and evolving expectations while remaining focused on outcomes.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding verbal communication and written expression skills.
• Litigation or litigation-management skills and experience with dispute resolution.
• Ability to independently write precise, accurate coverage letters.
• Adherence to AXIS licensing requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Unique perspectives and diverse skills.
• Energy and a positive attitude to contribute to a growing, dynamic team.

Benefits

• Medical plans for employees and their families
• Health and wellness programs
• Retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation
• Competitive target incentive compensation based on corporate and individual performance
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package