VP-Liability Complex Claim Director

CONSTRUCTION INSURANCE SERVICES LLC

VP-Liability Complex Claim Director

Dallas, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Position Summary

    We are seeking an experienced Liability Complex Claim Director to lead an MGA claims organization. This role combines high-level claims responsibilities with hands-on litigation management across a portfolio of complex, high-exposure liability claims.

    The selected candidate will also supervise a team of claims professionals while maintaining direct involvement in complex files.

    The position is best suited for a seasoned claims or legal professional with a litigation background who is ready to move into a strategic role overseeing claim outcomes, litigation direction, and resolution strategy.

    Key Responsibilities

    Direct handling of a portfolio of complex, litigated liability claims

    Develop and execute litigation and resolution strategy across high-exposure matters

    Manage defense counsel, experts, and litigation vendors

    Evaluate liability, damages, and settlement value; establish and maintain reserves

    Lead negotiations, mediations, and settlement strategy

    Ensure consistent execution of claim handling standards across assigned caseload

    Prepare reporting and recommendations to leadership on significant exposures

    Contribute to litigation strategy development across the broader portfolio

    Support MGA production team

    Some travel required (5%)

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree required

    · 10+ years of experience in managing complex high-exposure, litigated GL claims.

    Strong background in General Liability litigation

    Experience managing outside counsel and litigation strategies through resolution or trial

    Prior supervisory or team leadership experience

    Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

    Preferred Experience

    Construction and premises liability claims experience

    New York construction litigation / Labor Law exposure

    Experience working with Lloyd’s London markets

    Experience supporting underwriting departments

    Work Structure

    This is a high-output litigation role with an expected annual productivity benchmark

    The role blends direct complex claims handling with claims team management and program oversight responsibilities in a structured MGA environment

    Compensation

    $140,000 – 165,000 depending on experience

    Annual performance bonus

    Ideal Candidate Profile

    This role is ideal for a litigation attorney or senior insurance defense professional who:

    Wants to remain deeply involved in litigation strategy and execution

    Is interested in moving out of traditional law firm or carrier structure

    Values autonomy in day-to-day case handling and resolution strategy

    Is comfortable operating in a high-responsibility, performance-driven environment