Professional Liability Claims Specialist/Claims Counsel

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

Wright Public Entity serves as a management company providing claims administration, risk management & loss control, underwriting & marketing, and client services in New York for the NY Schools Insurance Reciprocal (NYSIR: ‘A-’ rated by Best), NY Municipal Insurance Reciprocal (NYMIR: ‘A-’ rated by Best) and Statewide Schools Health Plan. We also act as a TPA for Workers Compensation for various self-insured schools & municipalities in New York, and a national education program.

The Professional Liability Claims Specialist/Claims Counsel will be responsible for oversight and day-to-day supervision of professional liability claims including Employment Practices Liability, Section 42 USC 1983 litigation/civil rights, Police Professional, Educators Legal Liability, Public Officials Liability including Land Use and other E&O type claims.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating coverage and drafting coverage letters,
• Evaluating liability and damages exposures and case reserves,
• Proactive litigation management,
• Conducting settlement negotiations and monitoring trials,
• Preparing reinsurance notices,
• Frequent communication with internal and external business partners, and
• Other functions generally associated with claims handling.
  
  

Competencies

• Possesses the ability to organize and prioritize work activities timely and efficiently
• Possesses good written and oral communication skills
• Possesses the ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and select the best course of action in a timely manner
• Possesses negotiation skills
  
  

Position Requirements

• 5-7 years relevant experience
• Public sector and/or education is a plus
• JD preferred
• For non-attorneys, a NYS independent adjuster license is required
• Occasional travel may be required
  
  

What We Offer

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Ability to work hybrid
• Paid Time Off
• Generous benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), and many additional benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Salary Range: $105,000 - $135,000
  
  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.