Claims Manager - Professional Liability

JOB DESCRIPTION

Claims Manager (Professional Liability)

Counterpart is an insurtech platform reimagining management and professional liability for the modern workplace. We believe that when businesses lead with clarity and confidence, they become more resilient, more innovative, and better prepared for what’s ahead. That’s why we built the first Agentic Insurance™ system — where advanced AI and deep insurance expertise come together to proactively assess, mitigate, and manage risk. Backed by A-rated carriers and trusted by brokers nationwide, our platform helps small businesses grow with confidence. Join us in shaping a smarter future, helping businesses Do More With Less Risk®.

As a Claims Manager (Professional Liability), you will be responsible for managing a large and diverse caseload of professional liability claims. In this role, you will apply and further develop your expertise by investigating, evaluating, and resolving claims in a way that reinforces our brand and values. You will also play a vital part in supporting the advancement of our systems and processes through ongoing feedback and collaboration with internal partners. In addition, you will be a key feedback provider for our active claims management processes and systems. Your input will help to shape and improve how we fulfill our mission of providing world-class service through tightly managing legal costs, making data-driven decisions when analyzing a claim’s value, and ensuring that other potentially responsible parties pay their fair share. 

YOU WILL

• Achieve or exceed claims management case load and goals, applying sound judgment and legal knowledge to produce efficient and fair outcomes.
• Complete accurate and timely investigations into the coverage, liability, and damages for each claim assigned to you.
• Actively manage each claim assigned to you in a way that produces the most timely and cost-effective resolution.
• Build and maintain positive and productive working relationships with internal and external customers, including policyholders, brokers, carrier partners, and Risk Engineers (underwriters).
• Direct and monitor assignments to experts and outside counsel, and hold those vendors accountable for meeting or exceeding our service standards. 
• Support our data collection efforts and models by effectively using our Agentic Claim Experience (ACE) system to fully and accurately capture critical details about each claim assigned to you.

• Identify and escalate insights into emerging claims trends across industries, geographies, and key business segments.
• Offer user-level feedback and insights to support the continuous improvement of our claim handling processes, guidelines, and systems.
• Ensure that every touchpoint with our insureds and brokers is representative of our brand, mission, and vision.

YOU HAVE

• At least 10 years of professional experience, with at least 5 years of experience litigating or managing professional liability claims. Previous carrier experience is a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree required; law degree (J.D.) and professional designations (RPLU, AIC, etc.) highly preferred.
• Must possess all required state claim adjuster licenses, or be able to obtain them within 90 days of hire.
• Proven ability to work both independently on complex matters and collaboratively as a team player to assist others as needed.
• High level of personal initiative and leadership skills.
• Exceptional time management, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Comfort and skill operating in a paperless claims environment. Familiarity with Google Workplace is preferred, but not required.
• Willingness to quickly adapt to change and use creative thinking and data-driven insights to overcome obstacles to resolution.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to succeed in a full remote workplace environment, and travel as necessary (approximately 10-15%).

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

• Eric Marler, Head of Claims: An industry veteran, Eric has more than 20 years of experience working with or for insurers offering management liability solutions. He is a licensed attorney who began his career in private practice before transitioning in-house. Prior to joining Counterpart, Eric held leadership roles at Great American Insurance Group and The Hanover Insurance Group.
• Jaclyn Vogt, Senior Claims Manager: Jaclyn is a licensed adjuster with over 15 years of experience handling Employment Practices Liability, Management Liability and Workers Compensation claims. Jaclyn received her bachelor’s degree from Centre College.
• Katherine Dowling, Claims Manager: ​​Katherine is a licensed attorney, mediator and adjuster with over a decade of experience handling professional liability and management liability litigation and claims. Katherine practiced law for several years with two of Atlanta’s largest insurance defense firms prior to joining a wholesale specialty insurance carrier where she managed complex Professional Liability and Commercial General Liability claims. 

WHAT WE OFFER

• Stock Options: Every employee is able to participate in the value that they create at Counterpart through our employee stock option plan.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: We care about your health and that of your loved ones. We cover up to 100% of your monthly contributions for health, dental, and vision insurance and up to 80% coverage for family members.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: We value your financial health and offer a 401(k) option to help you save for retirement.
• Parental Leave: Birthing parents may take up to 12 weeks of parental leave at 100% of their regular pay following the birth of the employee’s child, and can choose to take an additional 4 unpaid weeks. Non-birthing parents will receive 8 weeks of parental leave at 100% of their regular pay.
• Unlimited Vacation: We offer flexible time off, allowing you to take time when you need it.
• Work from Anywhere: Counterpart is a fully distributed company, meaning there is no office. We allow employees to work from wherever they do their best work, and invite the team to meet in person a couple times per year.
• Home Office Allowance: As a new employee, you will receive a $300 allowance to set up your home office with the necessary equipment and accessories.
• Wellness stipend: $100 per month to spend toward an item or service that supports your wellness (i.e. massage or gym membership, meditation app subscription, etc.)
• Book stipend: To support your intellectual development, we offer a book stipend that allows you to purchase books, e-books, or educational materials relevant to your role or professional interests.
• Professional Development Reimbursement: We provide up to $500 annually for you to invest in relevant courses, workshops, conferences, or certifications that will enhance your skills and expertise.
• No working birthdays: Take your birthday off, giving you the opportunity to relax, enjoy your special day, and spend time with loved ones.
• Charitable Contribution Matching: For every charitable donation you make, we will match it dollar for dollar, up to a maximum of $150 per year. This allows you to amplify your charitable efforts and support causes close to your heart.

COUNTERPART'S VALUES

• Conjoin Expectations - it is the cornerstone of autonomy. Ensure you are aware of what is expected of you and clearly articulate what you expect of others. 
• Speak Boldly & Honestly - the only failure is not learning from mistakes. Don’t cheat yourself and your colleagues of the feedback needed when  expectations aren’t being met. 
• Be Entrepreneurial - control your own destiny.  Embrace action over perfection while navigating any obstacles that stand in the way of your ultimate goal. 
• Practice Omotenashi (“selfless hospitality”) - trust will follow.  Consider every interaction with internal and external partners an opportunity to develop trust by going above and beyond what is expected. 
• Hold Nothing As Sacred - create routines but modify them routinely.Take the time to reflect on where the business is today, where it needs to  go, and what you have to change in order to get there.
• Prioritize Wellness - some things should never be sacrificed. We create an environment that stretches everyone to grow and improve, which is fulfilling, but is only one part of a meaningful life.

Our estimated pay range for this role is $150,000 to $180,000. Base salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, market data, location, internal equitability, and experience. 

We are committed to being a welcoming and inclusive workplace for everyone, and we are intentional about making sure people feel respected, supported and connected at work—regardless of who you are or where you come from. We value and celebrate our differences and we believe being open about who we are allows us to do the best work of our lives.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual preference, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, rule, or regulation.