Bilingual Claims Examiner (15-month contract)

Marsh & McLennan Companies; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance and financial services firm is seeking a talented individual for a hybrid role in Ottawa. The position focuses on developing and coordinating defense strategies for professional liability insurance claims. Candidates should have 2+ years of relevant experience and excellent communication skills in both English and French. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in insurance, claims adjusting, finance, law, or related fields.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess new claims to determine coverage.
• Retain and instruct legal professionals as required.
• Report to and collaborate with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills (English/French)

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our team at Victor. This position will be based in Ottawa, and it is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working a minimum of three days a week in the office. Full-time remote work may be considered depending on location.

In this role, you will collaborate with adjusters, technical experts, and legal counsel to develop and coordinate defense strategies for prompt resolution of professional liability insurance claims. You will join a supportive, fast-paced team focused on effective dispute resolution.

Responsibilities:

• Review and assess new claims to determine coverage and take appropriate action.
• Retain and instruct lawyers, claims adjusters, and experts as required.
• Work with retained professionals to assess legal exposure and strategize on the resolution of claims.
• Report to and collaborate with colleagues and external clients.
• Some travel may be required.

Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills in both official languages (English/French).
• 2+ years of work experience in a professional environment within the following areas: insurance, claims adjusting/examining, finance/business, law, project management, engineering, or engineering technology.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess issues, develop effective solutions, and exercise sound judgment.

What makes you stand out:

• Service-oriented professional with a positive attitude and a strong desire to succeed.
• Strong decision-making, organizational, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently, but must also possess interpersonal skills to effectively function in a team environment.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Marsh McLennan will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need, please contact [e-mail].