Insurance Loss Adjuster

Placements24; Newlands; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Company vehicle / travel allowance

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Insurance Loss Adjuster to join the field team based in Queenstown. You will investigate claims arising from accidents or disasters and determine liability and compensation amounts for policyholders, ensuring fair and accurate settlements.

The role requires strong investigative, analytical, and negotiation skills, as well as proficient report writing and field experience. A company vehicle or travel allowance is offered and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience as Loss Adjuster or claims investigator.
• Strong knowledge of insurance policies and loss assessment techniques.
• Excellent investigative, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in report writing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Investigate insurance claims promptly and thoroughly, including site visits and evidence collection.
• Interview claimants, witnesses, and relevant parties to gather factual information.
• Assess damages, calculate losses, and determine the validity of claims based on policy terms.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants, ensuring fair compensation within policy limits.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, assessments, and settlement recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and organized claim files and ensure timely processing.

Skills

Investigative skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Report writing

Interpersonal skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and thorough Insurance Loss Adjuster to join their field team based in Queenstown . In this vital role, you will be responsible for investigating insurance claims resulting from accidents, natural disasters, or other covered events. Your primary objective will be to determine the extent of the company's liability and the amount of compensation payable to the policyholder, ensuring fairness and accuracy. This position requires excellent investigative skills, strong negotiation abilities, and a commitment to providing professional service to clients in their time of need, operating within the Queenstown area and contributing to the company's reputation for prompt and equitable claims handling.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate insurance claims promptly and thoroughly, including site visits and evidence collection.
• Interview claimants, witnesses, and relevant parties to gather factual information.
• Assess damages, calculate losses, and determine the validity of claims based on policy terms.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants, ensuring fair compensation within policy limits.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, assessments, and settlement recommendations.
• Maintain accurate and organized claim files and ensure timely processing.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Loss Adjuster or in a related claims investigation role.
• Strong understanding of insurance policies, claims procedures, and loss assessment techniques.
• Excellent investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in report writing and documentation.
• Good negotiation and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation for field visits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Provision of a company vehicle or travel allowance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A challenging and rewarding career serving the Queenstown community.