Job Description
Job Title: Claims Consultant – General Liability & Excess Coverage
Location: Remote or Stockton, California
Company: Golden Bear Insurance Company
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Insurance / Risk Management
About Golden Bear Insurance Company: Golden Bear Insurance Company is a trusted and innovative leader in the specialty insurance market, known for our integrity, flexibility, and exceptional service. With decades of experience and a strong reputation for creative underwriting and proactive claims management, we are proud to support our clients in navigating complex risk environments.
Position Overview: We are seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Claims Consultant with experience in General Liability and Excess Coverage. This role involves investigating, evaluating, and resolving moderate to high-severity claims while maintaining a strong focus on client service, compliance, and timely resolution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of general liability and excess coverage claims from initial notice through resolution.
- Analyze coverage and communicate coverage positions.
- Evaluate claims for potential exposure and establish appropriate reserves.
- Conduct thorough investigations, including coverage analysis, liability determination, and damage assessment.
- Directs and closely monitors assignments to defense counsel, defense team and coverage counsel.
- Monitor trial and make appropriate recommendations to senior management.
- Collaborate with legal counsel, insureds, brokers, and third-party vendors to ensure efficient and equitable claim resolution.
- Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to internal claims handling guidelines and industry best practices.
- Provide timely and strategic recommendations to management regarding claim developments and settlement opportunities.
- Represent Golden Bear in mediations, settlement conferences, and negotiations as needed.
- Travel is required 15% of the time but could vary depending on claims.
- Travel to home office in Stockton, CA as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience handling general liability and/or excess coverage claims.
- Strong knowledge of insurance coverage forms, claims processes, and litigation management.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- High degree of professionalism and customer service orientation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) or CPCU designation.
- Experience working in a surplus lines or specialty insurance environment.
- Familiarity with construction defect, products liability, or environmental claims.
Why Join Golden Bear:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities for career development and advancement
- Salary Range $125,000-$140,000
How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to Yvonne Hall
Job Tags
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