Field Adjuster - Chicago, IL (Local Only)

Alder Adjusting; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Generous PTO policy

Performance based bonuses

Job summary

Alder Adjusting is seeking a Field Adjuster in Illinois to inspect claims and prepare detailed documentation. The role involves communication with clients and negotiations for settlements, along with managing all aspects of claim documentation.

Candidates must hold a Florida 6-20 Insurance License and have strong Microsoft Office skills. The position offers industry-leading medical, dental, and vision plans, along with a 401(k) matching program and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Possess a Florida 6-20 Insurance License and out of state license as required.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the loss and prepare documents detailing the claim.
• Communicate with various stakeholders to gather information on claims.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare reports based on policy language.

Skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Creative thinking

Team player

Multi-tasking ability

Computer savvy

Estimating software knowledge

Education

Florida 6-20 Insurance License

Out of state license as required

Job description

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Position Overview

The primary duties of a field adjuster are to inspect the loss and prepare documents detailing the claim.

Essential Job Functions

• Communicate with desk examiners, insureds, attorneys, and other experts to gather information on claims
• Negotiate settlements with the insured and/or their representatives
• Prepare reports based on the policy language and submit payment recommendations to the desk examiners
• Prepare detailed estimates of the damage
• Manage workload and submit closing documents in a timely fashion
• Regular and reliable attendance

Marginal Job Functions

• Answer incoming telephone calls from attorneys, agents, public adjusters and insureds
• Rely on training as well as guidance from management to plan and accomplish goals
• Other duties as assigned

Skill, Experience and Licensure Requirements

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Some degree of creativity and latitude is a plus
• Must possess a Florida 6-20 Insurance License
• Possession of out of state license as required by management
• Ability to work independently as well as a team player
• Ability to multi-task

Other Skills/Abilities

• Computer savvy
• Estimating software knowledge
• Basic calculator skills
• Working knowledge of ISO policies #ZR

Benefit Highlights

Industry leading medical, dental and vision insurance plan

401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match of 100% on up to 5% of compensation (match is fully-vested immediately)

Generous PTO policy

Eligible for performance based bonuses