Professional Liability Claims (Attorney), Claims Construction, (Senior or AVP level)

Zurich North America is expanding its nationwide Construction Professional Liability Claims Team with the addition of a dedicated Claims Construction, Professional Liability Claims (Senior or AVP level).

In this highly technical, individual contributor role, the selected candidate will manage complex, litigated construction professional liability claims. These claims typically involve allegations of design errors, omissions, or other professional acts for which our construction clients may be legally responsible. The position offers autonomy and requires strong analytical, negotiation, and litigation management skills. This position can be office, hybrid, or fully remote anywhere in the lower 48 states.

Claims Handling & Investigation :

• Manage a portfolio of highly complex, litigated claims with significant exposures, requiring advanced technical expertise and strategic coordination.
• Accurately update and document claim files in accordance with best practices, ensuring data integrity and compliance.
• Verify coverage by analyzing policy language, determining applicability to the loss, and drafting clear, well-supported coverage position letters.
• Conduct thorough investigations by collecting relevant documentation (e.g., contracts, recorded statements, expert reports) to assess coverage, liability, and damages.

Resolution Strategy & Negotiation :

Litigation & Legal Compliance :

Customer Service & Communication :

Quality Assurance & Risk Reporting :

Expertise, Mentorship & Continuous Learning :

This role will be filled at either the Senior or AVP Claims Professional Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

Basic Qualifications :

AVP Claims Professional :

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Senior Claims Professional :

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The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The combined salary range for this position is $74,300.00 - $161,000.00. The proposed salary range for this position is $74,300.00 - $121,700.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. The proposed salary range for this position is $98,300.00 - $161,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 20%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Location(s) : AM - Schaumburg, AM - Addison, AM - Atlanta, AM - Dallas, AM - Maitland, AM - Omaha, AM - Overland Park, AM - Owings Mills, AM - Parsippany, AM - Remote Work (US), AM - Rocky Hill, AM - Woodland Hills

Remote Working : Yes

Schedule : Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered :  No

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