Casualty Claims Director

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The Casualty Claims Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the claims process, ensuring timely, fair, and efficient resolution.

The internal deadline to apply is 11/13/26. External applications will be accepted on a rolling basis while the position remains open.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are located within 50 miles of a West Bend office location will work a hybrid schedule for collaboration days, team meetings or other in-person events. The position can be based in West Bend, Madison or Appleton.

Lead leaders. Strengthen claims operations. Shape the customer experience.

West Bend is looking for an experienced casualty claims leader to guide our Express and Investigations teams. This is an opportunity to lead through other leaders, influence how claims are handled, and help teams deliver timely, fair, and consistent outcomes for policyholders, agents, and claimants.

In this role, you’ll oversee multiple manager-led teams handling personal auto, commercial auto, and general liability claims, including fast-track and low-to-moderate complexity claims. You’ll bring together people leadership, operational strategy, technology, data, and change management to improve quality, accuracy, cycle times, customer satisfaction, and overall results.

This position is based at the West Bend Home Office in West Bend, Wisconsin, with a hybrid weekly schedule of three days in the office and two days working remotely.

What you’ll do

• Lead, coach, and develop claims managers and supervisors across multiple Express and Investigations teams.
• Build leadership bench strength and create an engaged, high-performing culture.
• Ensure thorough and accurate coverage, liability, and damages investigations.
• Use claims data and performance measures to identify trends, strengthen accountability, and improve results.
• Lead teams through changes involving processes, workflows, technology, and organizational priorities.
• Use technology to improve the speed and accuracy of claims handling.
• Build effective partnerships with stakeholders, business partners, and vendors.
• Champion an exceptional experience for policyholders, agents, and claimants.
• Align team goals and results with the West Bend Claims Vision and operating fundamentals.

What you bring

• Eight or more years of relevant claims experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of people leadership experience.
• Deep knowledge of casualty lines claims. Strong preference for experience with personal and commercial auto, general liability, and trucking claims.
• The ability to turn data and trends into sound operational decisions.
• Experience guiding teams through process, workflow, technology, or organizational change.
• A strong customer-service mindset and commitment to delivering an exceptional claims experience.
• Experience with claims management systems, process automation, or digital claims technology.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• A bachelor’s degree in business, insurance, or a related field is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. CPCU, AIC, SCLA, or similar insurance designations are also preferred.

Why West Bend?

At West Bend, we’re The Silver Lining. As a mutual insurance company, we focus on the long-term success of our policyholders, agents, and associates. You’ll join a collaborative claims organization that invests in its people, welcomes fresh perspectives, and gives leaders the opportunity to make a meaningful impact when customers need us most.

We also provide a highly competitive bonus structure based on company and individual performance.

Ready to lead leaders and help shape the future of casualty claims? We’d like to hear from you.

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The salary range for this position is $157,900-$197,375.   

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.  Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.  

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:   

• Medical & Prescription Insurance  

• Health Savings Account  

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance  

• Short and Long Term Disability  

• Flexible Spending Accounts  

• Life and Accidental Death & Disability   

• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Program  

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match  

• Pet Insurance  

• Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates 

• Bonus eligible based on performance  

• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.