Claims Specialist

Location: Kansas City, MO, US

Ready to take your claims expertise to the next level? If you are an Attorney or a Claims Professional with litigation and/or Professional Liability experience, and you are looking for a role that challenges your strategic thinking and sharpens your decision-making skills, we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a dynamic, driven individual to join our collaborative FinPro claims team as a Claims Specialist. This is more than just a claims role—it’s an opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment where your insights and independence are valued.

What You'll Do

As a Claims Specialist, you will take ownership of a diverse caseload of US Insurance Agents and Brokers Professional Liability claims, handling them from initial receipt through final resolution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Investigate and evaluate claims.
• Analyze coverage, liability, and damages.
• Set and maintain accurate indemnity and expense reserves.
• Develop and execute effective negotiation and resolution strategies.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory standards.

What Sets Us Apart

Our US FinPro team focuses on delivering high-quality claims handling and exceptional customer service. We’re proud of our inclusive culture that encourages collaboration and independent thinking. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your voice and supports your growth.

Who You Are

You are a confident, self-motivated professional who thrives in both independent and team settings. You are organized, efficient, and comfortable engaging with your colleagues, insureds, outside counsel.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; JD preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in claims handling - ideally in professional liability; or 2+ in legal practice, ideally insurance defense or coverage.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for coverage, liability, and damages.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Possess or willingness to obtain adjuster licenses as needed.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $84,000 to $140,000.  The specific salary offered for this or any given role will take into account a number of factors including but not limited to job location, scope of role, qualifications, complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent, experience, education, and employer budget.  At Swiss Re, we take a "total compensation approach" when making compensation decisions. This means that we consider all components of compensation in their totality (such as base pay, short-and long-term incentives, and benefits offered), in setting individual compensation.