Auto Casualty Claims Specialist

First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Training & Development

Medical, Dental and Vision Reimburs

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Telemedicine Benefit

401k with generous match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Fun company events

Job summary

First Chicago Insurance Company seeks an Auto Bodily Injury Claims Specialist in the Chicago area to investigate and settle auto bodily injury claims, including complex liability and coverage-related cases. You will work with Third Parties, counsel, and leadership to determine injury and coverage investigations, supported by strong documentation and negotiation skills.

The role requires 3-5 years in auto casualty claims (with preference for non-standard auto) and the ability to pass state

Qualifications

• 3-5 Years in Auto Casualty claims experience a MUST!
• Non-Standard Auto Claims experience preferred, not required
• Minimum 5 years of Auto Bodily Injury Casualty experience to be considered hybrid/remote
• Knowledge of legal and medical terminology
• Excellent negotiation, communication, written, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claims adjuster
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Responsibilities

• Review & determine course of action on each file assigned, utilizing technical knowledge & experience for final disposition of a loss
• Conduct thorough investigations and documentation of file activity including coverage, liability status, and damages applicable for each claim
• Process Bodily Injury and coverage claims per established procedures
• Collaborate with Third Parties, plaintiff counsel, Claim Director and COO to determine injury and coverage investigation
• Research case and statutory law to conduct proper claim investigation
• Document policy status, coverage, liability and damages; notify re-insurer on qualifying claims
• Prepare and present claim evaluations for appropriate settlement authority
• Maintain reasonable expense factors
• Handle other duties as assigned

Skills

Auto BI Claims

Negotiation

Investigation

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

First Chicago Insurance Company provides a competitive benefits package to all full- time employees. The Auto Bodily Injury Claims Specialist will be responsible for investigating and settlement of automobile bodily injury claims. They will settle complex liability claims requiring greater investigation and verification, as well as casualty claims including severe injuries which may result in extended disability or bodily injury as well as coverage related litigation.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review & determine course of action on each file assigned, utilizing technical knowledge & experience for the purpose of supporting final disposition of a loss
• Conduct thorough investigations and keep accurate and relevant documentation of file activity on each claim assigned including coverage, liability status, and damages that are applicable for each claim
• Process Bodily Injury, and coverage claims in accordance with established office procedures
• Work closely with Third Parties, plaintiff counsel, Claim Director and Chief Operating Officer to determine necessary injury and coverage investigation
• Research case and statutory law in order to conduct proper claim investigation
• Document policy status, coverage, liability and damages on all claims and notify re-insurer on qualifying claims
• Prepare and present claim evaluations for the appropriate settlement authority
• Maintain reasonable expense factors
• Handle other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• 3-5 Years in Auto Casualty claims experience a MUST!
• Non-Standard Auto Claims experience preferred, not required
• Minimum 5 years of Auto Bodily Injury Casualty experience to be considered hybrid/remote
• Knowledge of legal and medical terminology
• Excellent negotiation, communication, written, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claims adjuster
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products

Benefits include:

• Competitive Salaries
• Commitment to your Training & Development
• Medical and Dental and Vision Reimbursement
• Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine Benefit
• 401k with a generous company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Fun company sponsored events
• And so much more!

Estimated Compensation Range: $54,750/year-$97,500/year*

*Published ranges are estimates