Claims Handler

Hausch & Co; Elgin, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k matching

Flexible home/office work environment

Aggressive bonus structure

Job summary

Hausch & Co in Elgin, IL is seeking a Property Claims Handler for their TPA department. You will investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and settle first party and commercial property claims nationwide, with support from an Administrative Team.

Responsibilities include obtaining information from insureds and experts, preparing detailed reports, and maintaining thorough records. 5+ years in property claims, along with Xactimate experience, are required.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of first party and commercial property and construction claims.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; professional designations preferred.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Commercial & Homeowner Property Claims.
• Lloyd’s of London, Builders Risk & Inland Marine experience is an advantage; state licensing required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and strong written/oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, evaluate, negotiate and settle first party and commercial property claims.
• Proactively manages a pending of insurance claims investigations from first notice of loss through completion.
• Obtain information from insureds and experts to assess the extent of loss.
• Prepare accurate, clear reports and letters to carriers with conclusions and recommendations.
• Maintain field notes, journal entries, and time/expense records as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Business communication

Ethical conduct

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

AIC/CPCU designation (preferred)

Tools

Xactimate

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Claims Handler

Full Time 1 Attachments

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1003

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

Full Time Employment

We have a career opportunity for a Property Claims Handler with our Third Party Administration (TPA) Department in our home office in Elgin, IL. You will investigate, evaluate, negotiate and settle first party and commercial property claims nationwide with the support of an outstanding Administrative Team.

Responsibilities:

• Proactively manages a pending of insurance claims investigations from first notice of loss through completion.
• Obtains necessary information from the insured and from experts such as architects, engineers, builders, contractors, and others to fully and accurately assess the extent of the loss.
• Works well with clients, team members, insureds and third parties to resolve claims effectively.
• Understands insurance policies and policy interpretation, establishes appropriate loss estimates based on all relevant information and findings.
• Prepares accurate, clear, thorough, and concise reports and letters to insurance carriers on conclusions and recommendations.
• Maintains accurate, thorough field notes, journal entries, and time and expense records as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in Commercial & Homeowner Property Claims. Lloyd’s of London, Builders Risk & Inland Marine experience is an advantage. Prefer an AIC and/or CPCU candidate. State licensing will be required and prefer a home state license of TX.
• In-depth knowledge of first party and commercial property and construction claims.
• Comprehensive experience working in Xactimate.
• Ability to evaluate and properly reserve and pay a claim.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Competent written and oral business communication skills.
• Teamwork and respect for others, as well as ethical behavior and professional conduct, and a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Advantages:

• Growing company with opportunity for advancement and partnership in the corporation.
• Flexible Home/Office work environment.
• Better work/life balance than any large firm.
• Access to new technology
• Opportunity to handle multiple products
• Aggressive bonus structure
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer offering competitive pay and benefits and an environment where teamwork, ongoing professional development, continuous improvement, and exceptional service are valued and rewarded.
• Benefits include but are not limited to health, vision, dental insurance and 401k matching