Commercial Lines Sr. Marine Claims Consultant

Company: USI Insurance Services
Location: Seattle
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

General Description: Provide claims advocacy and consulting services for USI's most complex Commercial Lines clients.Responsibilities: - Conduct claim reviews in conjunction with service plan. Monitor and measure financial impact of USI reviews and communicate results to client. - Negotiate with carriers to develop special account instructions. - Analyze loss trends and business issues. Tailor service plan to address adverse trends and mitigate claim duration, severity and costs using claims management solutions. - Advocate on behalf of clients on claim denials, reservation of rights, negotiating optimal coverage position. - Assist client with evaluation and reporting of complex claims. - Review reserving accuracy on specific claims. - Develop action plan and assist with resolution of complex/high exposure or high-profile claims. - Provide guidance on litigation management and medical management solutions. - Partner with risk control and analytics/placement team to identify loss trends and develop a comprehensive program focused on reducing total cost of risk. - Contribute insights and client solutions in USI team huddle meetings. - Navigate clients through complex claims including Employment Practices Liability (EPL), Directors & Officers (D&O) and Errors & Omissions (E&O) - Evaluate third-party administrators (TPAs) and install TPA or carrier alongside client. - Remain current with Carrier and TPA service and technology capabilities, industry trends, development around key case law, and industry claims solutions.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - 8 years + in a claims administration role for a Commercial Lines agency required. - Bachelor's degree strongly preferred. - Property & Casualty license preferred. - Detailed understanding of multiple lines of commercial lines coverage (generally workers compensation, liability and property or marine & energy). Claims expertise in at least one line. - Comfortable with internet-based programs and expertise in Microsoft Office products. - Strong understanding of loss forecasting, experience mods, reserve analysis, collateral, etc. - Expert business, negotiation, and data interpretation skills. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must effectively deliver messages to C-suite. - Ability to work well in a team environment.Why USI?With more than $2.7 billion in revenue and over 10,000 associates across approximately 200 offices nationwide, USI is one of the largest insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the world. At USI, we have created one of the most dynamic personal and professional development cultures in the industry. We invest heavily in our associates, and we take pride in celebrating their growth and success through our one-of-a-kind employee reward and recognition programs.Unrivaled Resources and SupportWhat truly distinguishes USI as a premier insurance brokerage and consulting firm is theUSI ONE Advantage , a game-changing value proposition that delivers to clients a robust set of risk management and benefit solutions with bottom-line financial impact. USI ONE represents Omni, Network, Enterprise-the three key elements that set USI apart from the competition. Through USI ONE, we develop strategic, timely, and effective risk management and benefit programs in terms that are easy to understand, and we demonstrate how the solutions can have a positive economic impact.Industry-Leading Programs, Rewards, and RecognitionIn addition to competitive pay, incentives, and benefits, USI recognizes associates through our Summit Awards program, rewarding excellence in those who build our brand each day. USI offersemployee programs that recognize outstanding achievement and help our associates lead healthy, productive lives. We turn care into action with our award-winning wellness program, college scholarships for associates' children, and financial help in times of need.Deep Community EngagementWe are committed to giving back to our local communities and supporting a culture of environmental sustainability. From sharing our time, talent, and resources to support local non-profit organizations, animal shelters, and environmental beautification and restoration projects - to partnering with eco-conscious vendors and taking steps to reduce our own environmental footprint - we're workingtogether as ONE to build a better future.Committed to a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive WorkplaceOur award-winningI'm With U diversity, equity, and inclusion program educates our associates to help them better understand and serve our clients, prospects, fellow team members, and local communities through curated education and training resources, employee support programs, and community outreach initiatives to build a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture.Nationally Recognized as a Top Insurance Employer

• Recognized as one of Insurance Business America's Top Insurance Employers for the seventh consecutive year (2018-2024).
• Named to Business Insurance's annual list of the Best Places to Work in Insurance five years in a row (2020-2024).
• Named to Fortune's 2024 Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance list.
• Honored by Glassdoor as a Best-Led Company in the U.S. in 2024.
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs. USI also offers a generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit as well as 12 paid holidays .USI is committed to providing a full-suite of competitive benefits for our growing population and its diverse needs. We offer a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits including medical, wellness, dental and vision, 401(k), flexible spending and health savings accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance and other unique employer-sponsored and voluntary programs. USI also offers a generous paid time off policy, paid family leave benefit as well as 12 paid holidays .This is a Paid Time Off/Paid Sick Leave eligible position. 18 days per year. This is a bonus eligible position with a target incentive of 5%.
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