Claims Examiner

Berkley Environmental (a Berkley Company); Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Claims Examiner to manage moderate complexity auto claims. This role involves conducting thorough investigations, negotiating settlements, and providing guidance to legal teams. With a focus on customer service, the successful candidate will ensure claims are handled efficiently and effectively. Join a company that values expertise and offers a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and a competitive salary range. If you have a passion for claims management and a desire to make a difference, this position is an excellent opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Profit-Sharing Plans

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience handling claims, including litigated injury claims.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations to determine coverage, liability, and damages.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and settle assigned claims within authority.

Skills

Claims Handling

Litigation Management

Negotiation Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Education

4-year College Degree

Advanced Industry Designations (AIC, CCP, CPCU)

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Company Details

W. R. Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the nation’s premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. Founded in 2004, Berkley Environmental has underwriting and account executive units in seven regions. Berkley Environmental offers an array of coverages for virtually all classes traditionally known to have environmental liability exposures on both an admitted and non-admitted basis. We provide a comprehensive portfolio of commercial property casualty insurance, automobile liability and workers’ compensation, along with claim services, providing expertise to meet the unique business needs of our customers.

Company Details

W. R. Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the nation’s premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. Founded in 2004, Berkley Environmental has underwriting and account executive units in seven regions. Berkley Environmental offers an array of coverages for virtually all classes traditionally known to have environmental liability exposures on both an admitted and non-admitted basis. We provide a comprehensive portfolio of commercial property casualty insurance, automobile liability and workers’ compensation, along with claim services, providing expertise to meet the unique business needs of our customers.

Company URL: https://berkleyenvironmental.com/

The company is an equal opportunity employer.

Responsibilities

The auto liability claims department is looking for an experienced Claims Examiner to handle moderate complexity auto claims within our organization. This position requires an understanding and knowledge of litigation management in multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will routinely handle claims involving liability/coverage issues, contractual liability issues and litigated matters including some reserved in excess of $250,000.

• Conduct the necessary investigation to determine coverage, liability and damages.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and settle assigned property damage or bodily injury claims within authority granted, or seek authority for those claims in excess of authority.
• Obtain all required adjuster licenses within 180 days
  
  

Key functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Handle claims from assignment to conclusion, develop action plans to manage case for early resolution.
• Provide direction and guidance to defense attorneys to develop an effective and cost-efficient litigation plan.
• Provide a positive customer service experience
• Maintain a current diary on outstanding claims
• Prepare large loss reports as needed
• Meet or exceed objectives for reserving standards, quality audits, closing ratio, expense controls, Medicare compliance
• Maintain all adjuster licenses by attending CE courses as required
• Perform other duties assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree with a concentration in business, law, public administration or insurance preferred.
• Advanced industry designations such as AIC, CCP, or CPCU preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience handling claims. The individual must be able to identify and address coverage issues and complete an investigation to determine liability/exposure.
• 2+ years of experience handling litigated injury claims.
• Ability to work independently and handle cases with moderate supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as having the ability to present complex matters to upper management as needed.
• Self-motivated and results oriented.
• Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners.
• The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.
  
  

Additional Company Details

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.

Benefits

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role include:

• Base Salary Range: $85,000-115,000
• Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus.
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans.
  
  

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Financial Services and Insurance

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