
-Handle New York Casualty GL and commercial excess liability large loss claims proactively to achieve optimum results by resolving claims fairly, expeditiously and economically.
-Assess coverage issues on claims and issue appropriate coverage letters/documentation in required timeframe.
-Complete timely investigation of claim and post appropriate reserves.
-Proactively manage outside counsel on litigated claims.
-Handle claims in accordance with RLI's Best Practices.
-Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in business administration, insurance, or a related field and 8+ years of relevant legal or insurance related experience or Juris Doctorate with relevant insurance defense litigation experience.
-Extensive experience in handling complex GL and commercial excess liability claims, including the management of outside counsel. Knowledge of New York Construction/Labor Law statutes impacting the handling and evaluation of such claims.
-Be proactive in initial investigation, claim handling, attorney management, and resolution.
-Superior communication skills to work effectively with insureds, underwriters and claimants.
-Ideal candidate will have superior working knowledge of case law, statutes, and procedures impacting the handling and value of claims.
$121,040.00 - $176,416.00

RLI is a U.S.-based specialty insurer that serves niche property, casualty and surety markets. We provide peace of mind to the customers we serve by safeguarding their assets and helping them manage risk. We hire smart, ethical people, make them owners of the business and give them the freedom to succeed. These are the principles that drive our success, and they’re the reasons we have been successful for more than 50 years.
We believe in a different way of doing business and RLI is not what you’d expect from a typical insurance company. Our creative and collaborative workplace is cultivated by employee owners empowered to make good decisions for customers and the business.
We have a reputation for niche expertise, superior service and an entrepreneurial culture. In the industry and among our peers, we’re known for:
The best and brightest people in the industry who build strong relationships and provide outstanding service.
An underwriting focus so we perform well in all market cycles.
Our empowered, creative ownership culture.
A customized approach to developing insurance products to meet very specific needs.
Proven financial strength.