Claims Specialist- Complex Injury, Accident Benefits

Intact Financial Corporation; Greenwood; Hybrid; CAD 94,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra vacation days (up to 5)

Flexible/hybrid work model

Wellness benefits including telemed

Wellness account

Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Defined benefit pension with lifetime/

Annual bonus up to 12% and co-sharing

Job summary

Intact Financial Corporation in Ontario is seeking a experienced Claims Specialist, Accident Benefits to join our complex injury team. You will handle AB files, assess coverage, negotiate settlements, and mentor staff across the COE in support of development.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement in Ottawa, Ajax, Mississauga, Toronto, Richmond Hill or London (Ontario) with ongoing training and strong collaboration across the business.

Qualifications

• University degree or any combination of training and experience deemed relevant for the role.
• At least 5+ years of Accident Benefit claims handling experience.
• Experience handling complex and catastrophic files is an asset.
• Knowledge of provincial legislation governing auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Handle a pending of Accident Benefit files while receiving regular intake of Complex and Catastrophic claims.
• Analyze and interpret insurance policy wording to determine coverage and assess entitlements which are fair and equitable.
• Communicate in a timely and respectful manner with the customer claimants, lawyers and rehabilitation experts and report findings.
• Conduct investigations and identify additional information such as an independent medical examination, customer medical or employment history required to clarify and/or justify a claim.
• Complete regular reporting as required and liaising with Technical Services to ensure appropriate action and reserving is in place.
• Complete coaching initiatives.
• Complete other duties as assigned as deemed reasonable to assist the Business

Skills

Accident Benefits claims handling

Complex / Catastrophic claims

Negotiation

Communication

Customer service

Mentoring / coaching

Education

University degree

Job description

Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.

Pay at Intact is about much more than just salary.

Flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work model

Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

Multiple benefits offered to support physical and mental wellbeing, including telemedicine, Wellness account and much more

Share plan & other savings: up to 12% of salary or even more (ask how you could earn guaranteed income for life)

Salary range (but not limited to): 94,200 - 115,200

Annual bonus target, based on the base salary, with a potential payout of up to double the target (subject to personal and company performance): 12%

As part of our commitment to Win As A Team, we share our success with employees through our annual bonus plan and Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) – with Intact matching 50% of your net shares.

Our pension offerings provide flexibility and long-term security for our employees beyond their careers. We are one of the few companies offering the opportunity to receive guaranteed income for life via our defined benefit pension plan.

Salary for the candidate will be determined taking into consideration a number of factors including: experience, skills, qualifications, anticipated contribution to role, internal equity, etc.

The salary range presented above is based on a 35-hour workweek and would represent a majority of different candidate profiles. However, we encourage candidates who may fall outside of this range to apply as well.

About the role

We’re looking for a Claims Specialist, Accident Benefits, to join our complex injury team! The Complex Injury Team has experience in all levels of AB file handling with a strong understanding of legislation and regulations, also the members of this team must be detail oriented, have exhibited strong communication, written and presentation skills, analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills. In addition, our Claims Specialists are mentoring and coaching throughout the COE in support of staff development.

This role is part of our hybrid working environment with support and training. Permanent positions available across multiple locations in Ontario: Ottawa, Ajax, Mississauga, Toronto, Richmond Hill, and London (Ontario) offices.

What you’ll do here:

• Handle a pending of Accident Benefit files while receiving regular intake of Complex and Catastrophic claims
• Analyze and interpret insurance policy wording to determine coverage and assess entitlements which are fair and equitable
• Communicate in a timely and respectful manner with the customer claimants, lawyers and rehabilitation experts and report findings
• Conduct investigations and identify additional information such as an independent medical examination, customer medical or employment history required to clarify and/or justify a claim
• Complete regular reporting as required and liaising with Technical Services to ensure appropriate action and reserving is in place
• Complete coaching initiatives
• Complete other duties as assigned as deemed reasonable to assist the Business

What you bring to the table:

• University degree or any combination of training and experience deemed relevant for the role
• At least 5+ years of Accident Benefit claims handling experience.
• Handling experience of complex and catastrophic files is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of provincial legislation governing auto insurance.
• Experienced in negotiations and demonstrated experience with independently settling Complex Accident Benefit files.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with all levels of staff.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Bring a can-do attitude, and openness to tackle new things.

Posting expires October 30, 2026 11:59 PM EST.

This role is eligible for employee referral bonus.

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Il s'agit d'un nouveau rôle au sein de notre équipe en pleine croissance | This role is a new member of our growing team.

We are an equal opportunity employer At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives. We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.

We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs. Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.

Please note that Intact does not provide sponsorship or other support for immigration-related matters including but not limited to employer-specific closed work permits. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada from the anticipated start date and throughout their employment and are solely responsible for maintaining their work eligibility.

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