Senior Claim Specialist - LPI
Assurant · US
The Senior Claims Specialist plays a critical expert role within a small, specialized LPI (Lender Placed Insurance) claims team.
Job description
The Senior Claims Specialist plays a critical expert role within a small, specialized LPI (Lender Placed Insurance) claims team. This position is responsible for managing complex, pre-intent-to-litigate (PITL) property claims, serving as a deposition representative, and providing expert-level policy interpretation and negotiation. The role directly impacts litigation outcomes and financial exposure through credible testimony, strong negotiation, and sound claims judgment. Key Responsibilities: Manage and resolve complex LPI property claims, including pre-intent-to-litigate (PITL) files, within assigned authority levels Serve as the company’s deposition representative on assigned claims, providing expert testimony and policy justification Negotiate claim resolutions with attorneys, public adjusters, and other external partners Collaborate closely with internal claims leadership and internal/external legal counsel on litigation strategy and claim outcomes Apply deep policy knowledge to support defensible claim decisions and minimize financial exposure Document claim activity accurately and prepare clear, thorough claim files and supporting materials Act as a subject-matter expert wit...