Casualty Claims Specialist

Sedgwick; Arizona; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Sedgwick in the United States is seeking a Casualty Claims Specialist to investigate insurance claims for personal, casualty, or property loss and to negotiate settlements.

The role requires reviewing claim forms, interviewing claimants and witnesses, inspecting property damage, preparing findings, and advising on litigation when settlements fail. Strong communication, detail orientation, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of professional liability claims.
• Ability to review information and ensure accuracy and applicable policy placement.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.

Responsabilités

• Exams claim forms and records to determine insurance coverage.
• Interviews, telephones, or corresponds with claimant and witnesses; consults police/hospital records; inspects property damage to determine liability.
• Prepares report of findings and negotiates settlement with claimant.
• Recommends litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.
• Attends litigation hearings.
• Revises case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.
• Assists in preparing loss experience report to help determine profitability and calculates adequate future rates.

Connaissances

Claims knowledge

Communication (oral/written)

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Policy interpretation

Formation

High School diploma or GED

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

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.

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Casualty Claims Specialist

PRIMARY PURPOSE : To investigate claims against insurance or other companies for personal, casualty, or property loss or damages; attempts to effect out-of-court settlement with claimant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Examines claim forms and other records to determine insurance coverage.
• Interviews, telephones, or corresponds with claimant and witnesses; consults police and hospital records; and inspects property damage to determine extent of company's liability, varying method of investigation according to type of insurance.
• Prepares report of findings and negotiates settlement with claimant.
• Recommends litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.
• Attends litigation hearings.
• Revises case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probably costs.
• Assists in preparing loss experience report to help determine profitability and calculates adequate future rates.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organizations quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

High School diploma or GED required.

Experience

Six (6) years of general office experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Claims industry experience preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of professional liability claims
• Ability to review information and ensure accuracy and applicable policy placement
• Oral and written communication skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• 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, and local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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.