Claims Advocate

We seek a full-time Senior Claims Advisor with very strong financial lines claims experience and some general liability expertise background for our Pacific Claims Team. This role will be based in Auckland, New Zealand.    
As a Senior Claims Advisor, you will provide technical advice to New Zealand clients throughout the claims process, including settlement negotiations. You will handle a range of Financial Lines claims including Professional Indemnity, D&O, EPL and Regulatory matters but have the ability to manage complex general liability claims.
You will manage complex claims, offer pragmatic advice on validity and strategy, advocate for clients, guide Claims Specialists and Brokers, liaise with global counterparts, manage international claims, share knowledge, support best practices, aid product development, and contribute to thought leadership.

Responsibilities: 
The Role
•    Manage claims portfolio for Financial and Casualty insurance lines.
•    Advise and support clients in negotiating and settling losses, collaborating with client advocate brokers as needed.
•    Guide client advocate brokers to manage clients’ expectations throughout claims.
•    Demonstrate claims management expertise to clients and prospects.
•    Negotiate with insurers and their representatives on behalf of clients.
•    Resolve coverage disputes by engaging with all relevant parties.
•    Provide specialised claims advice to clients and stakeholders.
•    Conduct or participate in claims reviews and legacy claims audits.
•    Contribute to client tender processes and meet with prospective clients.
•    Mentor Claims Advisors with technical expertise.
•    Provide thought leadership in claims management.

Qualifications

Must have requirements

• 6 + years managing complex corporate financial lines and casualty claims at a law firm, insurer, or broker.
• Experience managing claims across international markets.
• Must hold all regulatory licenses and permissions as per local legislation. 
• Highly organized, detail-focused, and takes pride in their work. 
• Knowledge of insurance regulations and laws. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong relationship-building abilities. 
• Capable of facilitating training and presentations. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook. 
• Valid driver’s license required; some travel necessary. 

Nice to have requirements