SVP, Professional Liability, Professional & Executive Risk Claims Advocate

ABOUT HUB INTERNATIONAL:

HUB International Limited (“HUB”) is the 5th largest global insurance and employee benefits broker, providing a broad array of property, casualty, risk management, life and health, employee benefits, investment and wealth management products and services. With over 18,000 employees in 500+ offices throughout North America, HUB has grown substantially, in part due to our industry leading success in Mergers and Acquisitions.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

At HUB we believe in investing in the future of our employees.  Our entrepreneurial culture fosters an environment of open feedback and improvement that empowers our people to make the best decisions for our customers and organization.  We offer:

• Competitive salaries and benefits offerings
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance and voluntary insurance options
  • Health Savings Account funding
  • 401k matching program
  • Company paid Life and Short-Term Disability Plans
  • Supplemental Life and Long-Term Disability Options
  • Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous PTO Package - Vacation, Holiday, Sick, and Personal Time Off
• Great work/life balance, because that’s important for all of us!
• Focus on creating a meaningful environment through employee engagement events
• The ability to be a part of a motivated, winning team with the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are amongst the top talent in the industry!
• Growth potential - HUB is constantly growing and so can your career!
• A rewarding career that helps local businesses in the community
• Strong community support and involvement through HUB Gives

SUMMARY:

Unique opportunity for a leadership position that has responsibilities in both broking and claims.

This hybrid position affords the right candidate the opportunity to be a part of the development of the ProEx South Region’s Professional Liability vertical while also supporting the South on claims within all ProEx lines of business.

As a broker, you will be responsible for building and developing an industry leading portfolio of Professional Liability clients by cultivating in house client and colleague relationships, developing a comprehensive service proposition for clients, managing deep insurer relationships and developing strong sales and cross-sell capability for Professional Liability insurance products. These products include Architects & Engineers, Lawyers Professional, Accountants and other licensed professionals.  The position does not include Medical Professionals currently. Medical Professionals may fall under the management of the SVP of Professional Lines as the vertical develops.

Key broking insurance products:

• Lawyers Professional Liability
• Accountants Professional Liability
• A&E
• Construction / OCPL
• Miscellaneous Professional (non-medical)
• Real Estate Professional Liability
• Growth products as needed
• Manufacturer’s E&O

As a Claims Advocate, you will partner with the Claims Department in a client-facing role. The successful candidate will apply their experience in providing interpretation of policy language, coverage analysis, advocacy, coverage and dispute resolution, act as liaison between clients, adjusters, lawyers and insurance companies, claims management and other related client services.   A successful candidate will have experience handling all professional and executive liability claims. The Claims Department's mandate is to deliver claims consulting services to clients, and advocate for our clients in resolving any issues relating to their loss, i.e., coverage disputes, policy interpretation, settlement disputes, etc. 

Key claims insurance products:

• Lawyers Professional Liability
• Accountants Professional Liability
• A&E
• Construction / OCPL
• Miscellaneous Professional (non-medical)
• Real Estate Professional Liability
• Media Liability
• Technology Errors & Omissions
• Cyber, Network Security and Privacy Liability
• Management Liability:
  • Directors & Officers
  • Employment Practices
  • Fiduciary
  • Crime
• Growth products as needed
  • Manufacturer’s E&O

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Claims advocate and facilitator on behalf of client
• Consult with clients on claim issues involving Directors & Officers, Errors & Omissions, Employment Practices, Cyber, Fidelity, Professional Liability and Fiduciary coverages
• Review and recommend solutions to coverage, quantum and claim handling management issues
• Negotiate with insurers