Company:
Sentry
Location: Austin
Closing Date: 04/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
The Claims Legal Specialist - Conditional Demands position will provide expert
technical guidance on the requirements to properly resolve conditional
demands, and participate in the development of technical content and
implementation of training programs to ensure understanding of claims
standards, policies, procedures, and processes around conditional demands.
They will recommend changes in claims handling practices based on legislative
action or court decisions as well as trends in the insurance industry and
legal landscape.
**What You’ll Do:**
Our Claims Legal Specialist will act as an expert on requirements to properly
resolve matters when Sentry is faced with a conditional demand from counsel
for a claimant. This position provides technical advice and guidance to claims
associates on conditional demands in various states, and recommends changes in
claims handling practices based on legislative action or court decisions and
trends in the insurance industry. In addition, they will…
* As a subject matter expert, provides technical advice, direction, and guidance to other claims associates as need arises including instruction and authority on all complex conditional settlement demands received by enterprise.
* Works with front line claims file handlers as a trusted advisor on a day-to-day basis with regards to conditional demands received.
* Develop and guide claim managers and claim representatives on how to properly handle demands that subject Sentry and its insureds to extra contractual liability, and excess verdict risks.
* Designs and implements programs and practices relating to conditional demands for use countrywide. Collaborates with claims management and legal with regards to best practices for handling conditional demands in variety of states.
* Coordinates with various claims units to provide consistent, quality claims handling of complex conditional demands.
**What it Takes:**
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required, Juris Doctor preferred.
* Minimum 8 years of related work experience.
* Experience in handling conditional demands, preferably including bodily injury claims, on behalf of an insurer as an attorney, technical specialist, claims manager or similar role sufficient in one more of the following states to develop a high degree of technical expertise: CA, FL, TX, GA, or SC. While experience as a practicing attorney is beneficial, this is not a practicing attorney position.
* Expertise with conditional demands across multiple states including legal requirements, claims handling best practices, and risks involved.
* Technical expertise in claims processes, procedures, and laws as well as a thorough understanding of conditional demand requirements across multiple states; knowledge of claims handling operations.
* Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and human relation skills.
* Ability to self-manage in a role requiring a high degree of technical skill.
**What Youll Receive:**
At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are
some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.
* This position has the potential to work remotely from home.
* If in office, Sentry is happy to offer **flexibility** through a scheduled Hybrid work model. **Monday and Friday work from home** if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.
* As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will **provide equipment** for your home office.
* **Meal Subsidy** available for associates who report to an office.
* 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your **first eight percent** , plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
* Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our **Tuition Reimbursement** program
* Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as **Volunteer-Time off**
* Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness **benefits** to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
* Well-being and **Employee Assistance** programs
* Sentry Foundation **gift matching** program to encourage charitable giving.
* In the state of CA, based on qualifications and experience, the salary range for this position is $120,865 - 166,060 annually.
**About Sentry:**
We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize
Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which
contribute to your job satisfaction.
Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start
in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures
ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and
financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States.
We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industrys leading rating authority.
Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located
throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology
to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with
opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.
Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!
Joe Larsen
Talent Acquisition Specialist
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no
discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion,
sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.
technical guidance on the requirements to properly resolve conditional
demands, and participate in the development of technical content and
implementation of training programs to ensure understanding of claims
standards, policies, procedures, and processes around conditional demands.
They will recommend changes in claims handling practices based on legislative
action or court decisions as well as trends in the insurance industry and
legal landscape.
**What You’ll Do:**
Our Claims Legal Specialist will act as an expert on requirements to properly
resolve matters when Sentry is faced with a conditional demand from counsel
for a claimant. This position provides technical advice and guidance to claims
associates on conditional demands in various states, and recommends changes in
claims handling practices based on legislative action or court decisions and
trends in the insurance industry. In addition, they will…
* As a subject matter expert, provides technical advice, direction, and guidance to other claims associates as need arises including instruction and authority on all complex conditional settlement demands received by enterprise.
* Works with front line claims file handlers as a trusted advisor on a day-to-day basis with regards to conditional demands received.
* Develop and guide claim managers and claim representatives on how to properly handle demands that subject Sentry and its insureds to extra contractual liability, and excess verdict risks.
* Designs and implements programs and practices relating to conditional demands for use countrywide. Collaborates with claims management and legal with regards to best practices for handling conditional demands in variety of states.
* Coordinates with various claims units to provide consistent, quality claims handling of complex conditional demands.
**What it Takes:**
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required, Juris Doctor preferred.
* Minimum 8 years of related work experience.
* Experience in handling conditional demands, preferably including bodily injury claims, on behalf of an insurer as an attorney, technical specialist, claims manager or similar role sufficient in one more of the following states to develop a high degree of technical expertise: CA, FL, TX, GA, or SC. While experience as a practicing attorney is beneficial, this is not a practicing attorney position.
* Expertise with conditional demands across multiple states including legal requirements, claims handling best practices, and risks involved.
* Technical expertise in claims processes, procedures, and laws as well as a thorough understanding of conditional demand requirements across multiple states; knowledge of claims handling operations.
* Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and human relation skills.
* Ability to self-manage in a role requiring a high degree of technical skill.
**What Youll Receive:**
At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are
some benefits and perks that you’ll receive.
* This position has the potential to work remotely from home.
* If in office, Sentry is happy to offer **flexibility** through a scheduled Hybrid work model. **Monday and Friday work from home** if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.
* As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will **provide equipment** for your home office.
* **Meal Subsidy** available for associates who report to an office.
* 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your **first eight percent** , plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
* Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our **Tuition Reimbursement** program
* Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as **Volunteer-Time off**
* Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness **benefits** to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
* Well-being and **Employee Assistance** programs
* Sentry Foundation **gift matching** program to encourage charitable giving.
* In the state of CA, based on qualifications and experience, the salary range for this position is $120,865 - 166,060 annually.
**About Sentry:**
We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize
Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which
contribute to your job satisfaction.
Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start
in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures
ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and
financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States.
We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industrys leading rating authority.
Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located
throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology
to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with
opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth.
Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await!
Joe Larsen
Talent Acquisition Specialist
**Equal Employment Opportunity**
Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no
discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion,
sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.
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