Field Claims Representative - South Central Illinois

Acuity Insurance; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company is seeking a Field Claims Representative for South Central Illinois. This role involves investigating and resolving claims with a focus on customer service and effective communication. Candidates should have experience in multi-line claims and be proficient in property and casualty practices. A college degree is required, and applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to the specified area.

Qualifications

• 5 years of multi-line claim adjusting experience required.
• Knowledgeable in property and casualty claims practices.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve Commercial and Personal Lines claims.
• Conduct thorough investigations to determine coverage and liability.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

College degree or equivalent

Tools

Laptop software

Job description

Field Claims Representative - South Central Illinois

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Acuity is seeking a Field Claims Representative to investigate and resolve Commercial and Personal Lines claims with empathy, passion, and a sense of urgency. Desired experience includes handling multiline claims, including Commercial Auto, and Litigation experience a plus. Acuity looks to our Field Claims Representatives to handle the entire claim from the investigation of a loss to the determination of coverage and liability, to disposition including litigation if necessary.

Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the South Central Illinois area for this opportunity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Organizes work and arranges for immediate contact with all pertinent parties surrounding claim assignment.
• Completes a thorough investigation to determine coverage, assess liability and evaluate damages.
• Conducts investigations and provides customer follow-up in person.
• Evaluates, revises or recommends reserve changes.
• Inspects and determines property damage.
• Understands basic anatomy, medical terminology and has ability to decipher medical records and bills.
• Identifies and pursues all subrogation opportunities.
• Employs customer service concepts and requirements.
• Identifies potentially fraudulent claims and promptly refers them to the SIU.
• Maintains a sense of urgency while implementing proactive claim handling plans and procedures.
• Properly and effectively utilizes sound judgment, discretion and settlement authority to resolve claims through negotiation, settlement or denial.
• Handles all claims as assigned, including claims in other districts as requested.
• Maintains positive attitude.
• Always represents the Company in a professional manner.
• Maintains company property in good working order, requests new equipment and secures authorization for repairs.
• Maintains working relationship with field sales force and underwriting department in securing and giving information on claims and regarding the risk desirability of insureds.
• Supervises and directs defense attorneys in preparing a case for trial, including attending mediations and depositions.
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle record to operate a corporate vehicle .
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

EDUCATION:

College degree or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

5 years of multi-line claim adjusting, preferably in the field.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledgeable in all matters relating to property and casualty claims practices, policies and procedures.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Basic understanding of state statutes and case laws.
• Customer service oriented.
• Efficient use of laptop and associated software, including e-mail and word processing.
• Work independently.
  
  
  

*Acuity does not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization.*

This job is classified as exempt.

The salary range for this position is $60,000-$123,000 annually. This salary range is an estimate and the actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Insurance

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