Claims Adjuster Senior - Litigation

Progressive Insurance; Oregon (WI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental & vision

Wellness programs

FSAs/HSAs and life insurance

Paid time off

Disability leave

Parental & family leave

Diverse culture and ERGs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Progressive Insurance is seeking a Senior Claims Specialist in a hybrid role. You will investigate complex injury claims, consult with police, medical professionals, claimants, and others to determine coverage, liability, and the claim value.

Occasional in-office collaboration is required for meetings and training. You should have multiple pathways of eligibility including 5+ years in relevant work with 2 in claims handling, or a bachelor’s with 2 years in claims handling, or 4 years with an

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant work experience with two years in claims handling OR
• Two years in claims handling and a bachelor’s degree OR
• Four years of relevant work experience with two years in claims handling and an associate degree

Responsibilities

• Investigate complex and high-risk injury claims.
• Consult with police, medical professionals, claimants and others.
• Assess coverage, liability and total claim value.
• Coordinate discovery tools and manage litigation features as needed.

Skills

Rapport building

Negotiation

Organization

Problem solving

Liability analysis

Discovery tools

Auto Litigation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Job description

Progressive is dedicated to helping employees move forward and live fully in their careers. Your journey has already begun. Apply today and take the first step to Destination: Progress.

As a senior claims specialist on our team, you’ll play a critical role in our ability to successfully and efficiently resolve injury claims. Investigating complex and high-risk claims - which may be attorney represented or have additional litigation features - you’ll consult with police officers, medical professionals, claimants and others involved in the accident. The information gathered will then be used while determining coverage, liability and the total value of the claim.

This is a hybrid role. You’ll be expected to report to an office about four days per month for important meetings, training, and collaboration and will have the benefit of continued coaching from a supportive team. If you prefer an in-office environment, you’re welcome to work in the office more than four days per month.

Must-have Qualifications

• Five years of relevant work experience with two years in claims handling OR
• Two years in claims handling and a bachelor’s degree OR
• Four years of relevant work experience with two years in claims handling and an associate degree

Preferred Skills

• Ability to quickly build rapport and successfully effect settlements
• Strong negotiation and customer service skills
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills along with ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Demonstrated proficiency analyzing coverage and liability
• Ability to direct the use of discovery tools such as interrogatories, depositions and production of document
• Experience handling Auto Litigation claims

Compensation

• Based on location and level of experience:
• Eugene/Salem, OR: You will be paid $70,000 - $90,000/year
• Tigard, OR: You will be paid $75,000 - $98,000/year
• Gainshare annual cash incentive payment up to 24% of your eligible earnings based on company performance

Benefits

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
• Wellness & mental health programs
• Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
• Paid time off, including volunteer time off
• Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
• Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
• Career development & tuition assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without the need or potential need, of current or future sponsorship for employment. Progressive does not hire candidates with (e.g., F-1 CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT, H‑1B, O‑1, E‑3, TN) statuses for this role.