Property & Casualty Claims Adjuster

Sedgwick; Tennessee; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is recruiting an Adjuster in the United States, Tennessee, to handle property and casualty losses for insurers. The role emphasizes examining policies, interviewing claimants, and inspecting damages to determine liability.

Responsibilities include negotiating settlements, preparing reports, and assisting in litigation when needed. Knowledge of insurance procedures and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months.
• Appropriate state adjuster license is required.

Responsibilities

• Examine insurance policies and records to determine coverage.
• Interview claimant and witnesses regarding the claim.
• Consult police/hospital records and inspect damage to assess liability.
• Estimate cost of repair, replacement or compensation.
• Prepare findings and negotiate settlement with claimant.
• Recommend litigation when a settlement cannot be reached.
• Attend litigation hearings as needed.
• Revise case reserves to cover probable costs.
• Assist in preparing loss experience reports.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interviewing skills

Policy interpretation

Negotiation

Investigative research

PC literate

Education

Bachelor's degree

IIA-AIC designation within 12–18 months

State adjuster license

Job description

Sedgwick is recruiting an Adjuster in the United States, Tennessee, to handle property and casualty losses for insurers. The role emphasizes examining policies, interviewing claimants, and inspecting damages to determine liability.

Responsibilities include negotiating settlements, preparing reports, and assisting in litigation when needed. Knowledge of insurance procedures and strong communication are essential.