Senior Claims Counsel

(Senior) Claims Counsel / Handler – native in Italian

Description:

As a (Senior) Claims Counsel / Handler, based in our Barcelona office, you will form part of a dynamic team of professionals, focused on managing and analysing D&O, E&O, Crime, Cyber, W&I and EPL claims.

Responsibilities:

• Adjustment of a portfolio of Financial Lines claims, including D&O, E&O, Crime, Cyber, W&I and EP claims.

• Monitoring and supervision of Italian binder business.

• Open and maintain claims files in electronic claims management system.

• Correspond with external stakeholders on claims developments.

• Monitor claims developments and report on them internally to management.

• Attend market meetings.

• Retain and manage external counsel, loss adjusters and other vendors.

• Set reserves.

• Negotiate settlements.

• Process payments.

• Identify and track claims trends impacting the book and/or wider market.

• Liaise with underwriting teams on individual claims, wording issues and claims trends.

• Participate in audits.

• Provide claims related training to underwriters.

• Speak at internal and external claims related events.

• Attend external talks and conferences.

• Travel for claims meetings, internal events, conferences and marketing events.

• Assist underwriters with the preparation of renewal presentations and pitches for new business.

Requirements:

• Native level Italian and fluent English.

• Claims handling, policy coverage or insurance litigation work experience, gained either working in-house or for a law firm or as a loss adjuster.

• Applicants with other relevant insurance industry or legal work experience considered.

Profile:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences.

• Effective at managing time and priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Committed to delivering a high standard of service and support to clients.

• Able to remain focused and composed when working under pressure.

• Collaborative team player who values diverse perspectives.

• Brings motivation, a proactive mindset, and a constructive attitude to their work.

• Interested in working within a multicultural and international setting.

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