P&C Field Adjuster - Seattle, WA

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

FSAs/HSA

Job summary

Sedgwick in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Adjuster to independently investigate residential and commercial property and casualty claims in the Seattle market. This field-based role handles casualty and general liability exposures, including slip-and-fall incidents and third-party property damage.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree, the IIA-AIC designation, and a Washington state adjuster license, with 2+ years of field adjusting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• IIA-AIC designation required.
• Appropriate state adjuster license required.
• Two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect claims and contact involved parties promptly.
• Conduct field investigations for casualty claims.
• Determine coverage, liability, and damages.
• Review policies to determine applicable coverage.
• Interview claimants, insureds, witnesses, and others.
• Document findings with statements, photographs, measurements.
• Prepare estimates for repair and replacement costs.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, experts, and others.
• Address salvage and subrogation opportunities as needed.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide professional service.
• Support quality programs and meet deadlines.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

IIA-AIC designation

State adjuster license

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.

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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Adjuster to independently investigate residential and commercial property and casualty claims throughout the Seattle market. This field-based role handles casualty and general liability exposures, including slip-and-fall and trip-and-fall incidents, third-party property damage, and related claims.

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect claims and contact involved parties in a timely manner.
• Conduct field investigations involving casualty claims, including slip-and-fall incidents, trip-and-fall claims, third-party property damage, and other general liability exposures.
• Investigate claim circumstances to determine coverage, liability, cause, compensable damages, and appropriate reserves.
• Review insurance policies and related records to determine applicable coverage.
• Interview claimants, insureds, witnesses, and other involved parties.
• Document investigative findings and obtain statements, photographs, measurements, and other relevant evidence to support claim evaluations.
• Prepare estimates for repair and replacement costs when applicable.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, experts, and other involved parties throughout the investigation process.
• Address salvage and subrogation opportunities as required by the client.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide timely, professional service.
• Support the organization’s quality programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel as required.

Qualifications

Education and Licensing

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

IIA-AIC designation required.

Appropriate state adjuster license required.

Experience

Two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Field adjusting experience involving property, casualty, or general liability claims preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting

Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Effective time-management and organizational skills

Ability to use sound judgment and manage multiple priorities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Ability to meet or exceed performance competencies

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Kneel, squat, bend, climb, crawl, stoop, reach, and work overhead
• Work outdoors in hot and cold weather conditions
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Push and pull up to 100 pounds
• Drive up to four hours per day
• Maintain continual use of manual dexterity
• Use hearing, vision, and speaking abilities to perform essential job responsibilities

The role also requires clear and conceptual thinking, excellent judgment and discretion, the ability to manage work-related stress and multiple priorities, and the ability to meet established deadlines.

Compensation and Benefits

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable compensation range for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency. Actual compensation is influenced by several factors, including skill set, level of experience, and the cost of the specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this posting, the starting pay range for this role is $80,000-$104,000 per year.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings accounts, and other voluntary benefits.

We are always accepting applications.

Sedgwick is 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.

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