Claims Director, Casualty (Remote, US)

Why Openly Openly is rebuilding insurance from the ground up. We are re-envisioning and enhancing every aspect of the customer experience. Doing this requires a rapidly growing team of exceptional, curious, empathetic people with a wide range of skill sets, spanning technology, data science, product, marketing, sales, service, claims handling, finance, etc. The Openly Difference We created Openly because we saw an evident gap in the market for premium insurance made simple. Consumers deserve more complete coverage at competitive prices. The Price Difference: Using cutting-edge data and technology, we provide you with customizable, competitive prices to protect your most valuable assets. The Policy Difference: Coverages are truly customizable to meet your individual protection needs, for both standard coverages and optional add-ons. The Experience Difference: From tailored claims handling to highly responsive customer service, we are focused on making the home insurance purchasing process a better overall experience. Welcome to your next adventure. At Openly, our people are just as important as our product. For us, collaboration, communication, and work-life balance are more than nice-to-haves— they’re the must-haves that make us who we are. We believe a great company is the result of a shared set of values, so we look for these qualities in every candidate we hire.  Integrity Empathy Teamwork Curiosity Urgency We've designed our hiring process with you, the candidate, in mind. At every step, you have the chance to present your strengths and learn more about what makes Openly a great place to work. We're committed to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion We embrace individuality and believe diverse teams are winning teams. Our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience drives us forward every day.Position Overview Openly is seeking a visionary Claims Director to design, implement, and lead our new Auto Casualty Claims Team. Your mission will be to redefine the handling of complex casualty claims, pushing the boundaries of efficiency, fairness, and policyholder satisfaction within the industry. This role will also lead the Property Liability and Litigation team.  This pivotal role reports directly to the VP of Claims. Strategic Responsibility You will be accountable for optimizing the entire Auto Casualty claims handling process. This involves the strategic integration of specialized vendors, leveraging advanced technology, developing innovative and legally sound process flows, ensuring unwavering regulatory compliance, and establishing a top-tier internal desk adjustment team expert in bodily injury. You will be responsible for building this critical claims process infrastructure from its very inception. Core Responsibilities: Partner strategically with the Claims Director, Auto Physical Damage on cross-functional initiatives and shared vendor relationships to optimize overall claims operations. Designing the foundational structure and processes for all Auto and/or Casualty claims. Contributing to the development of the operational strategy and vision for the Openly Claims organization. Managing claim outcomes to meet operational metric targets, including loss dollars, loss adjustment expenses, claim average cycle time, customer experience, employee experience, and regulatory compliance. Collaborating with Vendor Management and Technology Teams to evaluate and select vendor partners. Establishing and implementing segmentation rules for claim routing to optimize the use of technology, personnel, and vendors. Partnering with the Data Strategy team to design key operational metrics and automated reporting for enhanced transparency and data-driven decision-making. Providing policy and claims feedback in collaboration with the Insurance Product team. Representing Openly at claims industry events and forums. Cultivate a strong culture of teamwork and shared accountability within the Casualty claims team and across the broader organization, championing effective communication and problem-solving with all internal and external partners. Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements. Qualifications: Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in property & casualty insurance claims roles, with a proven ascent in responsibility. At least 6 years of experience leading and optimizing Auto Casualty claims teams, with a demonstrated track record of achieving strong operational results. Strong technical knowledge and demonstrated expertise in managing Complex Bodily Injury claims, including advanced claim handling strategies, negotiation tactics, and litigation management. Proven ability to design, staff, and lead high-performing claims teams. Demonstrated passion for leadership, coaching, and talent development. Proven track record of strategic planning and budget management. Excellent interpersonal and project management skills, with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments and addressing complex business challenges. Results-oriented with strong decision-making capabilities. Compensation & Benefits:  Below is the budgeted salary range for this position.  Actual compensation for this position will be determined based on the successful candidate's experience and skills. We are committed to providing a compensation package that not only reflects the responsibilities and requirements of the role, but also the unique expertise that the chosen candidate will bring to our team.Budgeted Salary Range$154,800—$183,825 USDThe full salary range shows the min to max salary range for this position.  Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and determined based on various factors including the candidate's qualificatio