Claims Adjuster

Growing insurance company who take pride in an exceptional culture where employees are a huge part of building a successful and enjoyable workplace.

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Salary: $70,000 - $110,000 per year

A bit about us:

Commercial Insurance for small and medium sized businesses.

Why join us?

We have been voted 4 years in a row by Great Place to Work and Fortune as one of the best places to work in the Financial Services & Insurance Industry. Offer strong benefits, growth, and culture!

Job Details

Manages the settlement of complex, high-value claim and suit files independently. Cases will involve complex coverage, liability, damages and/or injuries. Manages independent adjusters and attorneys assigned to the Examiner’s files. Has settlement authority in excess of adjusters. May extend settlement authority to staff adjusters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze, review and interpret policies to resolve coverage and assess liability.
• Independently handle more complex and high-exposure Commercial General Liability claims.
• Under general supervision and direction, resolves beginning to moderately complex Property & Marine claims by investigating losses, negotiating settlements, presenting evidence in legal proceedings while maintaining adequate production and quality levels.
• Investigates claims by interviewing shipper, consignee, witnesses, requesting and obtaining official reports, requesting and reviewing survey reports, and comparing claim information with evidence.
• Independently manage files in litigation.
• Establish and maintain proper loss and expense reserves.
• Determine what investigation is necessary in order to bring a claim to an equitable conclusion for all parties involved.
• Properly document information in the claim file.
• Review insurance policies for coverage and make recommendations.
• Make decisions regarding the liability of an insured.
• Maintain a working diary of assigned claims.
• Return phone calls promptly.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Assist in the training of personnel within the unit.
• Perform other similar or related duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience:

• A four-year degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the state laws and regulations governing the handling of property and casualty claims.
• A basic understanding of accounting principles, construction, underwriting, marketing and auto physical damage estimating.
• Seven plus years successful handling of claims including advanced skills in coverage, investigation, litigation, negotiation, salvage and subrogation.
• Knowledge of medical terms and legal issues.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Advanced communication skills are required to understand, interpret and convey technical information.
• Excellent time management skills.

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Location: Staples Mill, VA, US

Posted Date: 11/29/2024