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This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital u2013 a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. AXIS is seeking an E&S Senior Property Claims Specialist to join our North America Claims team to support the expansion of AXISu2019 presence in the E&S Property market in North America. As a direct report to the Claims Manager in Princeton, NJ. The successful Candidate will manage an inventory of moderate to high complexity and exposure commercial claims by following company protocols to verify policy coverage, conduct investigations, develop and employ resolution strategies, and authorize disbursements within authority limits. This role will also be responsible for delivering the AXIS North America Claims value proposition engaging with stakeholders, brokers, and insureds to ensure constant communication and service engagement distinguishes AXIS claims every day. This role will lead and develop a team of claims professionals to provide best-in-class service and are responsible for: u2022 Handle E & S Property Claims for a wide variety of AXIS policyholders written in various jurisdictions and reporting to the Claims Manager u2022 Ensures understanding and administration of claim policies, procedures, and practices in accordance with company and policy standards u2022 Triaging of first notification of loss, efficiently utilizing an established network of service providers u2022 Set accurate claim reserves and make referrals to senior members of the team where necessary u2022 Review policy wordings to validate coverage for claims and escalate any issues arising u2022 Prepare coverage positions to be reviewed and approved by Claim Manager u2022 Work closely with Independent Adjusters, external legal advisors and brokers ensuring a premier claims service to clients is maintained, escalating issues as appropriate u2022 Develop a working knowledge of the legal frameworks and claims handling practices relevant to the jurisdictions in which the claims arise u2022 Monitor and investigate assigned claims and develop a resolution strategy u2022 Compliance & Quality Assurance u2013 Comply with best practices measured by monthly Quality Assurance and Management Initiated Audit scores as well as the implementation of Management Action Plans for all claims groups in Axis Claims. u2022 Responsible for Cycle time, Severity, Quality of claims, Customer Satisfaction level, Professional development of self u2022 Claim Performance: Ensure timely and appropriate claim handling, legal and vendor expenses, exposure evaluations, and reserving- including appropriate use of signal reserves as well as the sensitivity projection process, to drive optimal claims resolutions for insureds and Axis. u2022 Drive deeper relationships and collaboration with internal partners across sharing large loss updates, trend updates and ensuring all data in claim files is accurate. u2022 Collaborate with Underwriting, Distribution, and Senior Claim Management in driving deeper relationships with key strategic distribution partners including targeted u201cpeer to peeru201d contact at these distribution partners, delivery of a best-in-class claim service to the end user/insured. u2022 Exhibit u201cbest-in-classu201d claim handling behaviors as measured by feedback from internal and external business partners u2022 Axis Culture and Values u2013 everyday demonstrate the Axis behaviors that support and align with AXIS values: People, Decisiveness, Excellence and Stronger Together KEY SKILLS & ABILITIES: u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree or minimum 5-7 years of equivalent claims handling/underwriting experience in lieu of degree u2022 Valid licenses by state as required and add states to certifications as needed u2022 Experience or exposure to handling commercial Property claims on behalf of a syndicate, insurance company, broker, loss adjuster or solicitor preferred u2022 Excellent multi-tasking and time management skills are required u2022 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to liaise with numerous customers, both internal and external u2022 Good interpersonal communication skills u2022 Excellent Microsoft Office Skills u2013 Word, Excel, Outlook PowerPoint, OneNote and SharePoint u2022 Ability to successfully work in hybrid and self-directed work environment Role factors: Preferred candidates will be able to commute to an AXIS office, we are a hybrid work environment 3 days a week. _For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $110,000.00 to $150,000.00. Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location._ _In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, you will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more._ _Where this role is based in the United States of America, this role is_ _Exempt_ _for FLSA purposes._