Office Assistant

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc. is seeking an Office Assistant to support office administration tasks, including filing, data entry, and routine correspondence. You will work within a team to ensure efficient operations and accurate record-keeping.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of clerical experience, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Six (6) months clerical experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong written/oral communication are expected.

Responsibilities

• Type form letters and maintain/locate claim and other files.
• Process packets and perform data entry; document files accurately.
• Prepare spreadsheets and documents in software applications.
• Answer/initiate telephone calls and manage routine correspondence.
• Maintain office supplies and handle mail, faxes, and reports.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Teamwork

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies

Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Office Assistant

PRIMARY PURPOSE :To support office administration functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Types form letters.
• Sets up, maintains and locates claim files.
• Processes packets.
• Conducts computer data entry and processing; documents claim files in the system correctly.
• Prepares spreadsheets and documents in software applications.
• Answers and initiates telephone calls as required.
• Maintains stationary supplies.
• Sends overnight and messenger outgoing mail.
• Processes returned letters and unidentified mail.
• Transmits facsimiles.
• Prints reports and documents.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization’s quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
High school diploma or GED required.

Experience
Six (6) months clerical experience or equivalent combination of experience and education preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Good oral and written communication
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Strong organizational skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work 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: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

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.

Sedgwickis an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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.