Overview
Major Import & Export Trading Company is seeking an experienced Insurance Claims Specialist to manage complex multi-line claims.
This role handles Marine Cargo, Property & Casualty, Auto, Workers’ Compensation, and Liability claims.
You will coordinate with brokers, carriers, legal teams, and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities include policy review, contract insurance clause analysis, and claim documentation.
The ideal candidate has 7+ years of claims experience and strong policy interpretation skills.
Excellent communication and independent work ability are required.
This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic, global trading environment.
Description
A Major Import & Export Trading Company is seeking an experienced and independent Insurance Claims Specialist with 7+ years of multi-line claims experience to manage and resolve complex claims across Marine Cargo, Property & Casualty, Automobile, Workers’ Compensation, and Liability/Litigation.
This role also supports contract reviews by evaluating insurance-related provisions and provides project support to the Insurance Manager and General Manager. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong in claims handling and policy interpretation, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end claims handling across:
Marine cargo / inland transit
Commercial property and general liability
Automobile (fleet and HNOA)
Workers’ Compensation (WC)
Litigated liability claims (bodily injury and third-party property damage)
Review insurance policies to assess coverage, exclusions, deductibles, and retentions
Coordinate with brokers, carriers, adjusters, and internal legal counsel
Draft claim notifications and ensure compliance with policy timelines and requirements
Support contract review by evaluating insurance clauses (limits, additional insured, waiver of subrogation) and identifying potential risk or coverage gaps
Prepare loss history reports, reserves, and claim summaries to support insurance renewals
Collaborate with Legal, Operations, and Business Units to resolve claims efficiently
Participate in claim reviews and recovery strategy discussions
Support special insurance-related projects as assigned by management
Requirements
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience & SkillsMinimum 7+ years of insurance claims experience across multiple P&C lines, including marine and litigated claims
Strong understanding of insurance policy language, ISO forms, and manuscript policies
Experience with contractual risk transfer and insurance clause analysis
Experience coordinating with external counsel and claims adjusters
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid/Onsite)
Company: Major Import & Export Trading Company
Job Type: Full-time
Proficiency with claims management systems, Microsoft Word and Excel, and document management tools
Strong attention to detail and sound judgment in risk evaluation
Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural business environmentPreferred Certifications
CPCU, ARM, or AIC designation