Claims Adjuster - State National

Markel; Bedford (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Markel is seeking a claims professional in the United States to examine claim forms, interpret insurance coverage, and determine liability on casualty or property loss claims. The role involves analyzing information from investigations, assessing loss extent, and approving payments within authority limits.

Qualified candidates have a High School Diploma, an Adjuster License, and 0-3 years of claims adjusting experience. Bilingual Spanish is preferred; US work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Adjuster License required.
• 0-3 years of claims adjusting experience required.

Responsibilities

• Examine claim forms and other records to determine appropriate insurance coverage
• Interpret account insurance coverage in order to settle claim
• Analyze information obtained by investigation and report findings to evaluate claims and determine coverage
• Assess the extent of the loss or liability
• Ensure drafts are issued as claim payments are prepared and liability releases for adjusted claims are obtained
• Settle claims within prescribed limits of authority
• Responsible for complying with state laws, policies and company procedures
• Other duties as assigned or required

Skills

MS Office

Typing 45 wpm

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Verbal & written communication

Spanish bilingual

Claims adjusting

CP Insurance knowledge

InsurTrak

Education

High School Diploma

Adjuster License

0-3 years claims adjusting experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What part will you play?

If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs. Join us and play your part in something special! Examine, analyze, and determine the extent of the company’s liability concerning casualty or property loss or damages on claims filed. Calculate payments and approve payment of claims within a certain monetary limit.

Essential Functions

• Examine claim forms and other records to determine appropriate insurance coverage
• Interpret account insurance coverage in order to settle claim
• Analyze information obtained by investigation and report findings in order to evaluate claims and determine the coverage of loss or damage
• Assess the extent of the loss or liability
• Ensure that drafts are issued as claim payments are prepared and liability releases for adjusted claims are obtained
• Settle claims within prescribed limits of authority

Additional Responsibilities

• Responsible for complying with state laws, policies and company procedures
• Other duties as assigned or required

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer) required
• Typing of 45 wpm
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Knowledge of claims adjusting required
• Knowledge of Collateral Protection Insurance and other products helpful
• InsurTrak knowledge helpful

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Adjuster License required
• 0-3 years of claims adjusting experience required

US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Who We Are

Markel Group (NYSE - MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

What’s In It For You

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.
• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.

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