Senior Claims Specialist
Company websiteaxiscapital.com (Axis Capital, opens in new tab)
Base salary $130K to $160K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Short Hills, NJ +4 more
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- LocationShort Hills, NJ +4 more
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
All 5 locations
- Short Hills, NJ
- Chicago, IL
- Red Bank, New Jersey
- Princeton, NJ
- New York, NY
About this job
This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry.
At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any basis prohibited by the laws that govern its operations.
Senior Claims Specialist - EPL/Fiduciary Job Code 13574 About the Team AXIS is hiring a Senior Claims Specialist – EPL and Fiduciary Claims for its North America Claim Team. This role involves managing primary and excess claims for various AXIS policy forms. How does this role contribute to our collective success? The individual will manage claims by investigating, analyzing, and evaluating coverage for Employment Practices and Third Party Liability claims. This individual will also have the opportunity to develop knowledge and expertise in Fiduciary Claims. What Will You Do In This Role? Handling and managing complex Employment Practices Liability Claims to determine appropriate valuation, settlement strategies and ensure adherence to company policies. Experience with Fiduciary claims is a plus. Attending mediations and monitoring trials as necessary. Drafting coverage correspondence on primary claims, negotiating complex coverage issues, and recommending outside coverage counsel when warranted. Mentoring junior claims adjusters. Supporting underwriting and actuarial teams by maintaining data and analytics. Maintaining and developing relationships with senior executives, brokers, underwriters, insureds, and outside counsel. Managing costs in collaboration with the Litigation Management and Vendor Management teams. Maintaining accurate records of claim activities and updating systems with relevant information in a timely manner. About You We encourage you to bring your own experience and expertise to the table, so while there are some qualifications and experiences, we need you to have, we are open to discussing how your individual knowledge might lend itself to fulfilling this role and help us achieve our goals. What We're Looking For Hold a Juris Doctorate. Demonstrate ability to work as a team and meet deadlines. Have skills in litigation management, investigation, dispute resolution. Have experience independently drafting coverage letters. Have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to deal with a wide range of stakeholders. Role Factors This role requires you to be in the office 3 days per week and adhere to AXIS licensing requirements. What We Offer For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $130,000 - $160,000. Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a variety of factors including your specific experience and work location. In addition, you will be offered competitive target incentive compensation, with awards based on overall corporate and individual performance. On top of this, you will be eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes medical plans for you and your family, health and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, and much more. Where this role is based in the United States of America, this role is Exempt for FLSA purposes. About Axis This is your opportunity to join AXIS Capital – a trusted global provider of specialty lines insurance and reinsurance. We stand apart for our outstanding client service, intelligent risk taking and superior risk adjusted returns for our shareholders. We also proudly maintain an entrepreneurial, disciplined and ethical corporate culture. As a member of AXIS, you join a team that is among the best in the industry. At AXIS, we believe that we are only as strong as our people. We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming culture where employees of all backgrounds and from all walks of life feel comfortable and empowered to be themselves. This means that we bring our whole selves to work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. AXIS Persona AXIS Capital seeks professionals who thrive in a dynamic, high-performing environment grounded in humility and mutual respect. We employ those who exemplify our core values of People, Excellence, Decisiveness, and Stronger Together. We are a team characterized by integrity and self-discipline, striving for continuous improvement and driven to achieve ambitious results. Our focus is on hiring, developing, retaining, and rewarding individuals who excel in: Purposeful Action: Delivering top-tier work with a data-driven approach and operating at AXIS speed. Collaborative Decision-Making: Valuing input from all relevant groups and being open to debate. Able to leave their ego at the door and be committed to achieving results through teamwork, fully supporting decisions once made. Measuring Outcomes: Consistently evaluating performance against established expectations. The AXIS employee will cultivate a collaborative workplace atmosphere, fostering trust within the team. We believe in respectful challenges, presuming best intent, and building meaningful relationships with colleagues, customers, and the communities we serve. Joining our team means becoming part of a workplace where every individual’s contributions are valued, and excellence is pursued with purpose and passion. Together, we elevate our standards, achieve ambitious results, and make a lasting impact on each other and those we serve
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Source: Axis Capital on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($130,000) is above 34% of the 109 Business Operations roles in New Jersey listed on this site; 1 other lists the same floor. Their median floor is $141,120; the middle half runs from $115,500 to $178,500.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingSenior Claims Specialist$130K to $160K
Senior Claims Specialist - Management Liability$130K to $160K
Senior Underwriter - Builders Risk$135K to $220K
Senior Claims Specialist, Casualty Programs$140K to $160K
Senior Underwriter - Management Liability$145K to $165K
Senior Underwriter – Ocean Marine CargoFrom $150K
Claims Manager - Casualty Programs$160K to $190K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Senior Claims Specialist (this listing) | $130K - $160K |
| Senior Claims Specialist - Management Liability | $130K - $160K |
| Senior Underwriter - Builders Risk | $135K - $220K |
| Senior Claims Specialist, Casualty Programs | $140K - $160K |
| Senior Underwriter - Management Liability | $145K - $165K |
| Senior Underwriter – Ocean Marine Cargo | From $150K |
| Claims Manager - Casualty Programs | $160K - $190K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
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- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-09-03
Where this pay comes from
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e office 3 days per week and adhere to AXIS licensing requirements. What We Offer For this position, we currently expect to offer a base salary in the range of $130,000 - $160,000. Your salary offer will be based on an assessment of a vari
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