Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets

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Full timeGAIC Great American Insurance Company

About this role

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Alternative Markets specialized in mono-line and/or multi-line primary programs on either a traditional guaranteed cost (Specialty Programs) or risk-sharing basis (Agency, Association or Group Captives). Alternative Markets focuses on niche programs.

https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/alternative-markets

Alternative Markets is looking for a Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist to join their team. Job title and salary will be dependent upon successful applicant's level of experience.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

  • Investigates and maintains claims:

    • Reviews and evaluates coverage and/or liability to include tenders.

    • Secures and analyzes necessary information (i.e., reports, policies, contracts, releases, statements, or other documents) in the investigation of claims.

  • Works toward the resolution of claims files, and attends arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials as necessary.

  • Establish reserves and negation settlements within prescribed limits. Submit recommendations to supervisor when they exceed personal authority.

  • Conveys more complex information (coverage, decisions, outcomes, negotiations, etc.) to all appropriate parties, maintaining a professional demeanor in all situations.

  • Ensures that claims payments are issued in a timely and accurate manner.

  • Ensures that claims handling is conducted in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, and other legal requirements, and that all applicable company procedures and policies are followed.

  • Provides technical advice to lower level positions and other functional areas.

  • May have responsibility for performance and coaching of staff and may have a participatory role in decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management for direct reports.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

  • Field of Study: Liberal Arts, Business or a related discipline.

  • Experience: Generally, 9 or more years of related experience. New York Labor claims experience strongly preferred.

Business Unit:

Alternative Markets


Salary Range:

$85,000.00 -$106,000.00

Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.

 

Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.

 

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets role at gaig?
The listed salary for this Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets position at gaig is USD 85K–106K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets position at gaig located?
This Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets role at gaig is based in 6 Locations, Florida, USA, New Jersey, USA, North Carolina, USA, Tennessee, USA, Virginia, USA, Wisconsin, USA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets role at gaig full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets role in the GAIC Great American Insurance Company department at gaig.
Which team or department does the Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets at gaig belong to?
This Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets position is part of the GAIC Great American Insurance Company department at gaig. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets job at gaig posted?
This Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets position at gaig was posted on Aug 19, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Claims Specialist/Senior Claims Specialist-Alternative Markets
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