Zurich's North America Commercial and Global Corporate in North America business divisions are part of Zurich Financial Services Group (Zurich), an insurance-based financial services provider with a global network of subsidiaries and offices in North America and Europe as well as in Asia Pacific, Latin America and other markets. Founded in 1872, the Group is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. It employs approximately 60,000 people serving customers in more than 170 countries. In North America, Zurich (www.zurichna.com) is a leading commercial property-casualty insurance provider serving the global corporate, large corporate, middle market, specialties and programs sectors.
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Recovery Specialist – Construction Defect/General Liability Recovery Claims
Under limited direction, this Specialist evaluates legal liability and aggressively pursues, negotiates and resolves third party contribution and cost share opportunities involving moderate to high severity recovery claims. These claims will include assessment and pursuit of general liability and construction defect related claims involving general contractors, subcontractors and others who may have culpability. When on-site investigation is necessary, secures additional information/investigation from referring office. Communicates with customers, witnesses and underwriters to obtain/provide the necessary information. Manages litigation through conclusion to include mediation and trial.
The ideal candidate will have third party contribution and cost share recovery experience with specialized knowledge and expertise in general liability and construction defect claims involving moderate to high levels of severity.
Three to Five or more years of commercial claim handling or underwriting experience to include general liability or construction defect. OR practicing attorney with experience handling general liability, construction defect or other coverage related matters.
Litigation management experience is required. Multiple territory experience is beneficial. Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience is required.
It is the policy of Zurich in North America, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, to attract and retain the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status.
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