Claims Advocate Specialist

First American; Fort Mill (SC); Remote; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Remote work option

Job summary

First American Home Warranty is seeking a detail-oriented claims analyst for a remote position. You will investigate, analyze and respond to highly complex claims, manage a high volume of inquiries and support Brokers, Sales Field and Homeowners in claim activity.

The role requires a high school diploma (some college preferred) and 3–5 years in customer service, with strong communication, problem-solving and patience in escalated situations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred.
• 3-5 years of customer service experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex claims with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic mechanical, technical and contract knowledge; quick learner.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze and respond to highly complex claims from diverse sources.
• Manage a high volume of claims and resolve multiple inquiries simultaneously.
• Answer calls, chats, emails and voicemails per guidelines and assist with back office tasks.
• Maintain an assigned caseload for expedited handling and closure.
• Coordinate with Brokers, Sales Field and Homeowners on claim activity.
• Explain terms and options for claims including denial, cash out, or replacement.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Claims handling

Warranty knowledge

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Microsoft Access

Education

High school diploma

Some college

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Access

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, First American Home Warranty offers a wide range of home warranty products and services to home sellers, buyers and agents. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Essential Functions

• Investigate, analyze and respond to highly complex claims from the following sources: claims addressed to Management, claims forwarded to the Corporate Offices, claims escalated from other lines of business.
• Manage a high volume of claims, resolving multiple customer inquiries simultaneously.
• Answer incoming calls, Chats, emails and voicemails from customers and contractors according to guidelines; provide assistance with inbound call volume and back office work as needed in other areas.
• Manage an assigned caseload for expedited handling and closure.
• Manage the relationship between Brokers, Sales Field, and Homeowners as related to claim activity.
• Offer and explain terms and conditions of claim options, denial, cash out, replacement, reimbursement, outside reimbursement and process payment requests.
• Pilot innovative company initiatives.
• Represent as a Subject Matter Expert.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required; some college preferred
• 3-5 years of previous customer service experience
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex claims
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic mechanical, technical and contract knowledge and understanding (expected to increase with time)
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Critical thinking, analytical and investigative skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and ability to navigate through Access
• Fundamental understanding of the home warranty industry
• Ability to keep composure in escalated conversations
• Effective time management skills

Pay Range

Pay Range: $20.34 - $27.12 Hourly, RemoteThis hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

Location and Eligibility

Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County.

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant's criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

What We Offer

By choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.