Hybrid Surety Claims Strategist

Avalon Risk Management; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Student debt assistance

Hybrid in-office and work from home

Job summary

Avalon Risk Management is seeking a Surety Claims Specialist (Adjuster) to join its Bond Claims department at the Schaumburg, IL headquarters. This full-time role requires investigating and resolving bond claims, coordinating with CBP and claimants, and ensuring timely payments within guidelines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in imports/related fields, with a preference for tariffs and international shipping experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in importation industry or related fields such as contracts, finance, or billing support.
• Experience with tariffs, international shipping, and working with Customs and Border Protection preferred.
• Surety/insurance or claims experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently investigate, evaluate, and adjudicate surety bond claims within established guidelines.
• Communicate with claimants, principals, and CBP regarding claims files and document data in systems.
• Analyze claims for statutory compliance and proper disposition; determine validity and defenses.
• Research applicable federal statutes, regulations, and guidance to identify defenses and proper responses.
• Draft denials and petitions relating to claims; manage deadlines and escalation as needed.

Job description

Avalon Risk Management is seeking a Surety Claims Specialist (Adjuster) to join its Bond Claims department at the Schaumburg, IL headquarters. This full-time role requires investigating and resolving bond claims, coordinating with CBP and claimants, and ensuring timely payments within guidelines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in imports/related fields, with a preference for tariffs and international shipping experience.