Casualty Claims Specialist

First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salaries

Medical and Dental

401k with a generous company match

Tuition Reimbursement Training Programs

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Job summary

First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC) seeks an experienced Casualty Claims Specialist located in Topeka, Kansas. The role involves investigating and settling complex automobile bodily injury claims, requiring strong negotiation and communication skills. Candidates should have 3-5 years of casualty claims experience and knowledge of legal and medical terminology. Benefits include competitive salaries, development commitment, and a wellness program.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in Casualty claims experience required.
• Knowledge of legal and medical terminology.
• Ability to pass written examinations to become a licensed claims adjuster.

Responsibilities

• Review and determine course of action on each file assigned.
• Conduct thorough investigations on each claim.
• Process Bodily Injury and coverage claims per established procedures.
• Work closely with Third Parties and company executives for investigations.
• Research case and statutory law for proper claim investigation.
• Prepare and present claim evaluations for settlement authority.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At First Chicago Insurance Company, our employees are our biggest asset! It is our mission to attract and retain intelligent, motivated, ethical employees who strive for excellence and growth, and to keep those employees happy and engaged. We provide the tools and the support our employees need to grow both professionally and personally. We encourage self‑improvement and celebrate success by rewarding ideas and results. We realize the strength of teamwork and its ability to join individuals together and push and pull each other, with a synergy that can only be found in groups of good people sharing ideas. Join in on the excitement and become part of our thriving organization!

We are seeking an experienced Casualty Claims Specialist!

The Casualty Claims Specialist will be responsible for investigating and settlement of automobile bodily injury claims. They will settle complex liability claims that require greater investigation and verification, as well as casualty claims including severe injuries that may result in extended disability or bodily injury as well as coverage‑related litigation.

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

• 3‑5 years in Casualty claims experience required.
• 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

• Competitive Salaries
• Commitment to your Training & Development
• Medical and Dental
• Telemedicine Benefit
• 401k with a generous company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Training Programs
• Wellness Program
• Fun company sponsored events
• And so much more!

Visit our company website at firstchicagoinsurance.com