Associate Claims Specialist

Who We Are

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What We Do

Are you ready to join a diverse team with full responsibility for your own title insurance claims? If you are independent and self-motivated and appreciate the opportunity to work in a fast- paced environment, then the Associate Claims Specialist position with First American Title Insurance Company provides an excellent opportunity for you. Our Associate Claims Specialist will manage all aspects of interesting and unique title insurance and escrow claims from initial investigation and coverage determination through final resolution.

Associate Claims Specialists manage their own caseload, oversee outside litigation counsel, and engage in creative problem solving, negotiation, and legal analysis in a stimulating and collegial environment with an opportunity for long-term growth and advancement.

This is a hybrid opportunity based out of our offices in Berwyn, PA.

Among the responsibilities of Associate Claims specialist are the following:

•     Investigate the facts and issues of curative title claims, determine whether coverage exists, evaluate loss under the title policy, assess defenses for the insured and/or the company, determine need to retain outside counsel, develop and carry out a plan to address the claim and manage the claim and/or litigation through to final resolution

•     Negotiate settlements and resolutions with claimant / opposing counsel / third parties

•     Manage claim budget, review and approve outside counsel invoices and other expenses, and determine settlement and expense reserves

•     Direct outside counsel on litigation strategy through the course of claim administration and litigation

•     Identify and pursue sources for recovery

Job Qualifications:

•     Bachelor’s Degree required

• Typically has 2- 4 years title insurance, legal assistant, paralegal or related experience

•     Knows fundamental concepts of Real Property practices and procedures

•     Must possess excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and organizational skills

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who shows initiative, has the ability to work independently, and who will be able to thrive and learn their new role in a hybrid environment. Our ideal candidate exhibits sound judgment, can make independent decisions, prioritize and multi-task, has excellent analytical skills, and is a team player.

The pay range for this role is $47,425.00 - $63,200.00

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.