We are currently recruiting for a Claims Manager (AVP) – Allied Health / Bodily Injury in Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid position in-office 2 days / 3 days remote. The AVP / Team Manager will lead a high‑performing team of claims professionals, driving technical excellence, operational discipline, and a culture of engagement. This leader will oversee complex claims activity, guide strategic decision‑making, and partner closely with senior leadership to advance organizational goals. 175K – 200K Base + Bonus + Benefits Package
Responsibilities:
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Allied Healthcare (Bodily Injury) claims professionals, fostering engagement, accountability, and continuous growth.
- Drive performance outcomes through effective management of KPIs, best‑practice adherence, file reviews and quality assurance.
- Analyze data to assist with action planning, coaching and development.
- Review and refine coverage analyses, including denials, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with policy intent to coach team members.
- Oversee litigation strategy including strategy, cost analysis and exposure.
- Identify emerging issues, trends, and risks; develop actionable insights and present recommendations to senior leadership.
- Allocate new, reopened, and transferred claims based on complexity and severity.
- Manage escalated customer and broker concerns, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
- Participate in Claims Leadership team and presentations.
- Support the VP with reserve analysis, claims trends, and executive‑level reporting.
- Actively contribute to the Claims/Underwriting/Actuarial feedback loop to strengthen cross‑functional alignment.
- Manage performance management, team recruiting and onboarding.
Requirements:
- 10+ years of claims experience, including technical expertise in Allied Healthcare and Bodily Injury professional liability.
- 3+ years of people management experience. Proven leadership experience managing claims teams.
- Strong analytical, communication, and decision‑making skills.
- Ability to influence, collaborate, and drive results in a fast‑paced environment.
Must be local and in a commutable range to Chicago, IL (financial district) for hybrid in-office two days. No sponsorship. Must be a US citizen or green card holder (permanent resident). To apply email resume to petrina@bellwetherstaffing.com