Claims Representative I, Accident Benefits

Co-operators; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Paid time off

Well-being programs

Job summary

CGIC is seeking an Accident Benefits Claims Representative in a hybrid role (2 days in office) to investigate, negotiate and settle automobile accident benefit claims. You will build client engagement, reserve adequately, and collaborate with claimants, physicians and providers.

A university degree and insurance exposure are preferred, with CIP in progress and MS Office proficiency. One year of insurance experience or two years of related work experience is expected, with potential provincial

Qualifications

• One year insurance experience or two years related work experience.
• Working towards CIP courses.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Provincial adjuster licenses may be required depending on province.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, interpret coverage, reserve adequately, negotiate and settle automobile accident benefit claims.
• Set up and maintain files for assigned claims and manage documentation.
• Authorize payments and reserves up to $75,000 authority.
• Collaborate with claimants, physicians, treatment providers, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Insurance experience

CIP courses in progress

Proficient in MS Office

Provincial adjuster license (may be)

University/College degree

Education

University/College Degree

CIP courses (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company: CGIC

Department: Accident Benefit Claims

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office)

Language: This role operates in English.

The Opportunity

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients and our communities.

The Accident Benefits Claims Representative is responsible for investigation, negotiation and settlement of automobile accident benefit claims.

How You Will Create Impact

• Investigate, interpret coverage, reserve adequately, negotiate and settle automobile accident benefit claims.
• Contribute to a client service culture by embedding client engagement philosophies into daily work and implementing innovative, client-centric decision making, to be THE industry leader in client engagement.
• Provide quality client service in accordance with claims service standards.
• Actively participate with claimants, physicians, treatment providers, employers, rehabilitation workers and other service providers in the development, approval, implementation and monitoring of appropriate case management plans for clients.
• Handle files in defense litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), using litigation management guidelines.
• Set up and maintain files for assigned claims.
• Authorize payments and reserves up to $75,000 authority.

To Join Our Team

• One (1) year insurance experience or two (2) years of related work experience
• Working towards Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) courses
• Well developed computer skills in Microsoft Office software, internet, email systems.
• Provincial adjuster license(s) maybe required dependent on the province of work.
• University/College Degree.

How You Will Succeed

• You influence change and are committed to continuous improvement, in order to exceed client expectations.
• You leverage critical thinking skills to identify problems and proactively propose solutions.
• Your strong communication skills allow you to clearly convey messages.
• You're an effective team player who shares knowledge to support our peers.

What You Need To Know

• You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What’s in it for you?

• Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
• Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
• In addition to our competitive salary and incentive programs, eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package including group retirement savings plans, pension and benefits (e.g., health and wellness, dental, disability and life coverage), mental health support and an employee assistance program.

Salary information

Expected salary range $50,280 to $83,800

The salary amount for the successful candidate is determined by Co-operators in its discretion and will vary depending on several criteria including but not limited to: local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualification, experience and education.

Employees may also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn additional compensation tied to individual and/or business performance, or other business metrics.