Entry-Level Auto Claims Specialist — Remote-Eligible

Auto-Owners Insurance; West Branch (MI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit-based work-from-home program

Structured training program

Bonus programs

Fully-funded pension plan

Job summary

Auto-Owners Insurance in Michigan seeks a motivated Claims Trainee to begin a career handling entry-level insurance claims under close supervision. After training, the role offers flexibility to work from home up to three days per week and supports development within the claims lifecycle.

You will study policies, endorse forms, and learn claim handling procedures while building negotiation and settlement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or direct equivalent experience in property/casualty claims handling.
• Ability to organize data, multi-task, and make independent decisions.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to write clear reports.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, evaluate, and settle entry-level insurance claims under close supervision.
• Study policies, endorsements, and forms to build foundational knowledge.
• Develop entry-level claim negotiation and settlement skills.
• Interact with claimants, legal counsel, and third parties.
• Complete training through the Company's claims training program.

Skills

Property/Casualty claims

Organization

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Report writing

Data confidentiality

Driving license

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in claims

Job description

Auto-Owners Insurance in Michigan seeks a motivated Claims Trainee to begin a career handling entry-level insurance claims under close supervision. After training, the role offers flexibility to work from home up to three days per week and supports development within the claims lifecycle.

You will study policies, endorse forms, and learn claim handling procedures while building negotiation and settlement skills.