AVP Operations

Sedgwick; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k and match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking an AVP of Operations to lead the technical and operational functions for assigned offices, ensuring quality service delivery and adherence to standards. The role covers staffing, training, budget and P&L for the office, with supervision of 100–299 colleagues.

The position requires a senior background in claims management, strong leadership, and strategic planning. Located across multiple centers with hybrid onsite work arrangements, candidates should reside near one of the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ten years claims management experience.
• Four years supervisory experience required.
• CPCU, ARM, AIM, or AIC certifications preferred.
• Licenses as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations management for multiple locations/offices within an area.
• Establish policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and client service standards.
• Set business plans with goals and objectives for the assigned area.
• Monitor management reports for area/office performance.
• Coordinate sales and client service efforts across locations.

Skills

Claims knowledge

Communication

MS Office

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPCU/AIM/AIC certifications preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.
Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
Certified as a Great Place to Work®
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

AVP Operations
Our teams connect! We collaborate onsite and have a hybrid work arrangement. All candidates must live near one of our centers of excellence:
Dubuque, IA : 4141 Westmark Drive, Dubuque, IA 52002

Cedar Rapids, IA : 333 1st Street SE Ste. 200 Cedar Rapids IA 52401

Coralville, IA: 3273 Ridgeway Drive Coralville IA 52241

Dublin, OH : 5500 Glendon Court Dublin OH 43016

New Albany, OH : 7795 Walton Parkway New Albany, OH 43054

Chicago, IL : 175 W. Jackson Blvd. 12th Fl. Chicago IL 60604

Indianapolis, IN: 8909 Purdue Road Suite 501 Indianapolis, IN 46268

Irving, TX: 2201 W. Royal Lane Suite 125 Irving, TX 75063

Memphis, TN : 8125 Sedgwick Way, Memphis TN 38125

Southfield, MI : 300 Galleria Officentre Southfield MI 48034

Orlando, FL : 12650 Ingenuity Dr Orlando FL 32826

Eden Prairie, MN : 11000 Prairie Lakes Drive Eden Prairie, MN 55344

West Hills, CA : 8521 Fallbrook Ave West Hills, CA 91304

South Portland, ME: 600 Sable Ste. 220 Oaks Drive, South Portland, ME 04106

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To be responsible for the technical and operational functions for assigned office(s) including compliance with company standards and industry best practices; to ensure consistent delivery of quality services including direct operational responsibility of an office in the location where the manager resides; to handle the staffing and training needs, as well as staff development, career and succession planning; and to be responsible for budget preparation and profit and loss management for assigned office(s). Has direct and/or indirect responsibility for 100-299 colleagues.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for overall operations management for all locations/offices within an area.
• Establishes policy and procedures to assure compliance to best practices, claims management services standards, state regulations, and client service requirements.
• Establishes business plan with goals and objectives for the assigned area and locations/offices.
• Monitors management reports relating to the area/office performance.
• Assists with the coordination of sales and client service efforts.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS And RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned,
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Travels as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
• Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance reviews.
• Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.

Qualifications
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. CPCU, ARM, AIM, and/or AIC certifications preferred. Licenses as required.

Experience
Ten (10) years claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include four (4) years supervisory experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong technical claims knowledge
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Leadership/management/motivational skills
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $125,000.00 - $140,000.00 USD Annual. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.