THE HARTFORD FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUPFounded in 1810, The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG) is one of the largest financial services and insurance companies in the United States, with international offices in Japan, Brazil, Ireland, England and Germany.

In 2007, The Hartford's revenues reached $25.

9 billion.

The Hartford is a Fortune 100 company with an impressive track record.

The Hartford has received numerous awards including being Four-time winner of the prestigious Call Center of Excellence Award by JD Power and Associates, and we were named Global Call Center of the Year in 2007 by ICMI.

In addition, we were twice named in the top 5 Best Places to Work in Oklahoma.

Visit us at www.thehartford.com. Workers Compensation Claim Manager ~ Houston DescriptionWHY JOIN THE HARTFORD? The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG) is one of the oldest and largest investment and insurance companies in the United States.

Founded in 1810, the company is a leading provider of automobile and homeowners products, business insurance, investment products, life insurance, and group & employee benefits.

Recognized for the diversity of its product portfolio and distribution networks, The Hartford serves customers through independent agents and brokers, financial institutions, affinity groups and via the Internet.

The company has approximately 30,000 employees in the US and serves customers worldwide.

The Property & Casualty (P&C) Operations include business insurance, specialty commercial and personal lines.

The Hartford Stag logo is a trusted symbol of dependability.

Naturally, you have big ideas for your career and that means you will need plenty of room - to grow, to explore your potential and to realize your goals.

At the Hartford, you will find a challenging, fast-paced environment where your creativity, drive and commitment will propel you to the top of your career.

WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION? As a member of the Workers Compensation Center Leadership Team this position has a key focus on working closely with P&C Claim's Claims Service Consultants, Underwriters, and Practice Leaders and has high visibility with The Hartford's Accounts and Brokers.

The successful candidate will be responsible for: Management of the investigation, litigation, disposition and settlement of Workers Compensation claims, in compliance with corporate claim settlement policies and procedures, and statutory, regulatory and ethics requirements.

This is to be achieved by delivering outstanding service through the management of designated teams.

Accountable for achievement of the Property and Casualty Claim Organization goals for leadership effectiveness, business acumen and results, the development of specialized, superior technical expertise within the organization, and effective management and development of the Team.

Actively engage in Account Management leading to the retention and growth of profitable business.

Maintain a thorough understanding of commercial lines marketing and underwriting strategies to assist in achievement of growth and profit goals.

Product and program delivery, recovery operations, fraud operations, loss cost and expense strategy, core ALAE (including litigation strategy and expense, IME, special investigation), ULAE, case management oversight, regulatory issues and overall management of team member recruitment/hiring/development as well as compliance with service agreements and claim service delivery to targeted accounts.

Ensure appropriate plans/workflows are in place to execute office initiatives.

This position will manage the Workers Compensation Team Leaders and build high performing teams with diverse characteristics, where individual differences are valued.

WHAT IS THE COMPENSATION OPPORTUNITY? At the Hartford, our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay competitive base salaries and reward performance.

Additional cash bonuses may be available based on your performance.

We also have: Generous Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Paid Training On-site Vacation buy and sell option 401K Program with matching company contribution Cash Balance Retirement plan - 100% employer paid! Vested after 3 years! Medical & Dental Plans effective from date of hire - No probationary period! Employee and Dependent Life Insurance Degree Development Employee and Dependent AD&D Health Care Spending Account Employee Discounts Dependent Care Spending Account Long-Term Disability Employee Referral Bonuses Employee Stock Purchase WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME? The Hartford's Southwestern Workers Compensation Claims Service Center is a fast paced organization that will offer you the opportunity to join a team of dedicated Claim Professionals.

We value providing exceptional customer service and superior claim handling, while providing our employees with the opportunity for growth and advancement.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Building Inclusion and Leveraging Diversity ***NO AGENCIES PLEASE*** QualificationsWHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR? College degree and/or Workers Compensation experience required Consistent high level of performance and achievement over career span Minimum of 5 years of proven leadership experience CPCU, CIC, SCLA or other professional designation; or working toward such designation Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to build strong relationships and provide strategic direction

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