Property & Casualty Claims Adjuster: Meaningful Work

Sedgwick; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Contents Adjuster to handle losses and claims for property and casualty insurers. The role involves examining policies, interviewing claimants and witnesses, and inspecting property damage to determine liability and settlements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree (preferred), an state adjuster license, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Microsoft Office proficiency and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months.
• Appropriate state adjuster license is required.

Responsibilities

• Examines insurance policies and other records to determine coverage.
• Interviews, telephones, and/or corresponds with claimants and witnesses regarding claims.
• Inspects property damage to determine extent of liability and methods of investigation.
• Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
• Prepares findings and negotiates settlements with claimants.
• Recommends litigation to the legal department when settlements cannot be reached.
• Attends litigation hearings.
• Revises case reserves in assigned claims to cover probable costs.
• Assists in preparing loss experience reports to help determine profitability.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Microsoft Office

Timely reporting

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork / independence

Performance competencies

Education

Bachelor’s degree

IIA-AIC designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sedgwick is seeking a Contents Adjuster to handle losses and claims for property and casualty insurers. The role involves examining policies, interviewing claimants and witnesses, and inspecting property damage to determine liability and settlements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree (preferred), an state adjuster license, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Microsoft Office proficiency and strong communication skills are essential.