National General Adjuster - Northeast Region

Sedgwick; Hartford (CT); Remote; USD 88,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading risk and claims administration firm is seeking a National General Adjuster to handle complex losses and claims across the country. The ideal candidate will perform examinations of insurance policies, estimate costs for repairs, and negotiate settlements with claimants. This role requires five years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills. The firm offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with matching

Paid time off

Disability and life insurance

Flexible spending or health savings account

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Handle losses or claims nationally, addressing complex adjustment issues.
• Examine insurance policies and claims to determine coverage.
• Administer and reconcile complex catastrophic claims for property.
• Interact with claimants and witnesses regarding claims.
• Estimate costs of repair, replacement, or compensation.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

PC literate (Microsoft Office)

Strong customer service skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Good time management and organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

IIA-AIC designation and pursuing another professional insurance designation

Tools

Microsoft Office products

Job description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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National General Adjuster - Northeast Region

PRIMARY PURPOSE : To handle losses or claims nationally regardless of size, including having the ability to address any complex adjustment issue and any medium sized and relatively complex National Account.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Examines insurance policies, claims, and other records to determine insurance coverage.

• Administers and reconciles complex catastrophic claims for property.

• Interviews, telephones, or corresponds with claimant(s) and witnesses regarding claim.

• Consults police and hospital records; and inspects property damage to determine extent of company's liability and varying methods of investigation according to type of insurance.

• Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.

• Prepares report of findings and negotiates settlement with claimant.

• Recommends litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.

• Attends litigation hearings.

• Revises case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probably costs.

• Prepares loss experience reports to help determine profitability and calculates adequate future rates.

• Interacts with excess carrier to determine coverages, excess insurance levels, and potential reimbursements.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Must have earned the IIA-AIC designation and be actively pursuing another professional insurance designation.

Experience

Five (5) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong oral and written communication, including presentation skills

• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products

• Strong customer service skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Good time management and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently or in a team environment

• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:

• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.

• Ability to kneel, squat or bend.

• Ability to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.

• Ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead.

• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds.

• Ability to drive up to 4 hours per day.

• Must have continual use of manual dexterity.

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is 88,920.00 - 124,488.00. (Bonus or commission eligibility, if applicable). A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see sedgwick.com