Claim Specialist - Construction Bodily Injury

Specialist Claims - CH07DE Specialist Claims CA - CH07DN Weu2019re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals u2013 and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. This is a visible and important role within our Complex Claims Unit (CCU) Hartford Global Specialty (HGS) Claims Division. As a Claims Specialist, you will be responsible for handling a caseload of higher complexity, higher exposure, bodily injury, and construction related bodily injury claims from inception to final disposition. These claims will involve both primary and excess coverages and often involve complex fact patterns requiring analysis of contracts between parties to determine indemnity and contribution obligations and risk transfer opportunities. As these claims are often in litigation, experience handling litigated matters and managing defense counsel is required, as is prior experience handling bodily injury claims. Excess claims handling experience is recommended but not required. Responsibilities include, but are not limited, to: u2022 Managing a caseload of litigated and non-litigated construction bodily injury claims under commercial general liability policies. u2022 Conducting investigations and analyzing and evaluating the information learned. u2022 Making coverage determinations and communicating written position(s) to insureds and other required parties. u2022 Within prescribed authority levels, setting appropriate expense and indemnity reserves and monitoring on a regular basis for any needed adjustment. u2022 Presenting cases to management for expense or indemnity reserve authority above established authority levels. u2022 Developing and implementing resolution strategies to achieve high quality outcomes. u2022 Proactively managing litigation and counsel, inclusive of litigation planning and execution, budgeting and bill review. u2022 Attending trials and mediations, as necessary. u2022 Contributing to broader claim and enterprise goals by participating in audits, projects and product development initiatives. u2022 Preparing comprehensive reports and delivering presentations to senior claim leadership on case developments, policy issues, industry trends, etc. u2022 Working with business partners to evaluate and address claim trends and developments. u2022 Addressing inquiries from agents and policyholders and providing superior customer service. Position Requirements: u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree preferred, law degree a plus or commensurate experience u2022 Minimum of seven years handling complex litigated bodily injury claims u2022 Familiarity with owner and contractor-controlled insurance policies and programs as well as wrap policies, is a plus u2022 Experience handling New York Labor Law claims is a plus u2022 High level of discipline, results-oriented and able to focus on bottom line results u2022 Superior analytical ability and organizational skills u2022 Excellent oral and written communication skills u2022 Excellent strategic thinking ability and execution skills u2022 Excellent negotiation and advanced technical claim handling skills, including knowledge of coverage and tort laws u2022 Full command of damages issues relative to high value bodily injury and property damage claims u2022 Strong ability to analyze coverage and liability issues, manage time limit demands and assess extra contractual exposures and other issues of complexity u2022 Ability to communicate thoughts clearly and concisely, and to influence and persuade others u2022 Superior interpersonal skills u2022 Ability to exceed expectations and influence others to do the same Additional information: This role can have a Hybrid or Remote work arrangement. Candidates who live near one of our office locations (Hartford, CT, San Antonio, TX, Lake Mary, FL, Phoenix, AZ, Naperville, IL) will have the expectation of working in an office 3 days a week (Tuesday through Thursday). Candidates who do not live near an office will have a remote work arrangement, with the expectation of coming into an office as business needs arise. Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartfordu2019s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $107,600 - $161,400 The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience. Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

Created: 2026-03-27