Claims Specialist Lead

Progressive; Spokane Valley (WA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match up to 6%

Medical, dental & vision

Wellness & mental health programs

FSAs/HSA & life insurance

Paid time off & sick leave

Parental & family leave

Diversity & Employee Resource Groups

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Progressive is seeking a claims specialist to join our team in Washington. This hybrid role requires handling large-loss injury claims valued over $60k, with investigation of complex or litigious aspects and coordination with police, medical professionals, claimants, and others.

You will help determine coverage, liability, and the total claim value, while leveraging coaching from a supportive team. You will report to the office about four days per month for meetings and training, with the option

Qualifications

• At least six years in relevant claims work with three years handling large losses.
• Alternatively, three years in claims with a bachelor’s degree.
• Or five years of relevant work with three years in claims and an associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve large-loss injury claims over $60k.
• Consult with police, medical professionals, claimants and involved parties.
• Determine coverage, liability, and total claim value.
• Collaborate with team in a hybrid work setting.

Skills

Claims handling

Negotiation skills

Organization & multi-tasking

Civil procedures knowledge

Discovery tools usage

Casualty & Litigation exp

Job description

Progressive is dedicated to helping employees move forward and live fully in their careers. Your journey has already begun.

As a claims specialist on our team, you’ll play a critical role in our ability to successfully and efficiently resolve large-loss injury claims valued over $60k. Investigating intricate and high-risk claims – which may have some litigation features – you’ll consult with police officers, medical professionals, claimants and others involved in the accident. The information gathered will then be used while determining coverage, liability and the total value of the claim.

This is a hybrid role. You’ll be expected to report to an office about four days per month for important meetings, training, and collaboration and will have the benefit of continued coaching from a supportive team. If you prefer an in-office environment, you’re welcome to work in the office more than four days per month.

Minimum qualifications

• Six years of relevant work experience with three years in claims handling OR
• Three years in claims handling and a bachelor’s degree OR
• Five years of relevant work experience with three years in claims handling and an associate degree

Preferred skills

• Ability to quickly build rapport and successfully effect settlements
• Strong negotiation and customer service skills
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills along with ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Knowledge of the rules of civil procedures in terms of filing/answering suit, discovery deadlines, and venue
• Ability to direct the use of discovery tools such as interrogatories, depositions and production of document
• 3 years of Casualty and Litigation experience

Compensation

• Based on location and experience
  • Federal Way/Everett, WA: $81,000 - $107,000/year
  • Spokane Valley, WA: $73,000 - $97,000/year
• Gainshare annual cash incentive payment up to 24% of your eligible earnings based on company performance

Benefits

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
• Wellness & mental health programs
• Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
• Paid time off, including volunteer time off
• Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
• Diverse, inclusive & welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
• Career development & tuition assistance

Energage recognizes Progressive as a 2026 Top Workplace for: Innovation, Purposes & Values, Work-Life Flexibility, Compensation & Benefits, and Leadership.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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