Claims Mitigation Manager

JM Family Enterprises; Deerfield Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JM Family Enterprises is seeking a Claims Mitigation Manager to drive reductions in avoidable claims by analyzing dealer behavior and claims data. You will guide field teams, translate insights into actionable plans, and educate dealers on mitigation strategies.

The role requires collaboration across departments, strong communication, and the ability to travel up to 50% to support dealerships and training events.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in dealership Fixed Operations, Warranty Administration, Mechanical Claims, Claims Call Center operations, or related environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with cross-department collaboration and audience tailoring.
• Analytical, critical thinking, and presentation skills to interpret data, identify trends, and communicate recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, dealer assignments, projects, and stakeholder needs with follow-through and results.
• Working knowledge of JM&A products, service contract administration, claims processes, dealer operations, or ability to quickly develop expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose operational issues and develop practical recommendations to improve performance or reduce risk.
• Strong professional judgment and conflict management to navigate sensitive conversations professionally.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 apps (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams); Power BI or dashboard reporting is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% for travel needs, including visits to dealerships and on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Manage dealers through the Claims Mitigation lifecycle from initial review to escalation as needed.
• Translate claims data and trends into clear narratives for Field partners, dealer leadership, and executives.
• Recommend and monitor mitigation controls such as inspections, tool adjustments, and dealer action plans to reduce avoidable claims.
• Identify and escalate issues around claim adjudication using fixed operations knowledge.
• Deliver Field-facing education, meeting content, and claims process guidance to improve understanding.
• Maintain documentation of dealer analyses, mitigation actions, and communications in team systems for continuity.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Root-cause analysis

Project management

Conflict management

Microsoft 365

Power BI

Dashboard reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ASE Certifications

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Teams

Power BI

Job description

Reporting to the Senior Field Claims Manager, the Claims Mitigation Manager is responsible for researching and evaluating anomalous claims activity and developing strategies to improve claims performance. This role works closely with the claims team, field representatives, dealers, and internal management and administrative teams to identify trends, address opportunities, and drive effective claims mitigation.The Claims Mitigation Manager also provides the Field with education, guidance, and resources to strengthen understanding of claims mitigation and the fixed operations functions that influence claims performance. Support is delivered primarily through virtual solutions, with approximately 50% travel required. Travel may include visits to dealerships for advanced claims activities and on-site support, as well as team-building events, training, and other business needs.Responsibilities:Manage assigned dealers through the Claims Mitigation lifecycle, including initial review, mitigation recommendation, phase movement, progress monitoring, rehabilitation, perpetual mitigation, or escalation to leadership when additional business decisions are neededTranslate claims data, dashboard findings, inspection results, and dealer behavior trends into clear, actionable narratives for Field partners, dealer leadership, internal stakeholders, and executive audiencesRecommend and monitor appropriate mitigation controls, including targeted inspections, self-service tool adjustments, documentation requirements, dealer action plans, and other strategies designed to reduce avoidable claims impactUse knowledge of Fixed Operations service and/or warranty trends and practices to identify and escalate issues that arise around claim adjudication in the service departmentEnsure communication to key stakeholders is occurring on a regular cadence and make recommendations as appropriateSupport high-level claims escalations when a non-standard solution, mitigation context, dealer relationship awareness, or cross-functional coordination is required, while reinforcing appropriate claims support channels for routine inquiriesDeliver consultative support to dealer partners and Field teams by explaining claims performance drivers, reinforcing proper claims processes, identifying operational behaviors impacting results, and supporting practical action plansMaintain accurate documentation of dealer analyses, mitigation actions, stakeholder communications, phase movement, and dealer contact activity in the appropriate team systems to support continuity, visibility, and accountabilityCreate and deliver Field-facing education, meeting content, dealer readiness support, and claims process guidance that improves understanding of topics such as claims mitigation, fixed operations impact, DealerSource/OCS usage, and portfolio performanceDrive measurable mitigation outcomes by improving dealer progression, reducing avoidable claims impact, strengthening inspection discipline, increasing quality mitigation touchpoints, and supporting improvement in excess loss trends where dealer behavior can be influencedQualifications:Minimum of 3 years of experience in dealership Fixed Operations, Warranty Administration, Mechanical Claims, Claims Call Center operations, or a related claims/service environmentStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments, influence without authority, and tailor messaging for Field, dealer, claims, and leadership audiencesStrong analytical, critical thinking, and presentation skills, with the ability to interpret claims data, identify trends, connect findings to business impact, and communicate clear recommendationsProven ability to manage multiple priorities, dealer assignments, projects, and stakeholder needs while maintaining follow-through and driving measurable resultsWorking knowledge of JM&A products, service contract administration, claims processes, dealer operations, or the ability to quickly develop expertise in these areasDemonstrated ability to diagnose operational issues, conduct root-cause analysis, and develop practical recommendations that improve performance or reduce riskStrong professional judgment and conflict management skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive dealer, Field, and internal stakeholder conversations with professionalismProficient in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Teams; experience with Power BI or dashboard-based reporting is a plusAbility to support dealers and Field partners in both virtual and in-person settings, with willingness to travel up to 50% as business needs requirePreferred Qualifications:Bachelor’s degreeASE Certifications#LI-DL1#LI-OnsiteThis job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of JM Family. All work arrangements are subject to associate performance, business need and manager discretion, and may be revised as necessary.JM FAMILY IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERJM Family Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard any characteristic protected by law – whether actual or perceived – including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service, veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, provincial, or local law.DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONSIf you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact JM Family’s Talent Acquisition department at [e-mail] for assistance. If you have an accommodation request for one of our recruiting events, please notify us at least 72 hours prior so that we may provide assistance.