Property Desk Adjuster

Sedgwick; Tallahassee (FL); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 76 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Sedgwick is seeking a Property Desk Adjuster to handle losses and claims valued up to $15,000 for property and casualty insurers. The role requires evaluating coverage, conducting investigations, interviewing claimants and witnesses, and preparing comprehensive reports.

You will manage a caseload using technology, estimate costs of repair or replacement, and issue settlements while adhering to carrier instructions.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Must obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months in the role.
• Appropriate state adjuster license is required.
• Three (3) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Empathetic claims handling demeanor, strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate written reports.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluates insurance policies, claims forms, policies, endorsements, carrier instructions, and other records to determine insurance coverage.
• Conducts thorough investigations, gathers official reports as needed, consults police/hospital records and inspects physical damage.
• Interviews claimants and witnesses regarding claims.
• Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
• Prepares findings and negotiates settlements per carrier instructions.
• Issues settlement checks and handles salvage and subrogation as applicable.
• Recommends litigation by legal department when settlements cannot be negotiated.
• Attends litigation hearings and depositions as necessary.
• Maintains caseload and adjusts reserves accordingly.
• Uses technology for efficient claim handling and escalates claims over $15,000 to leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Empathetic demeanor

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Teamwork

MS Office

Report writing

Deadline-driven

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

IIA-AIC designation

State adjuster license

Ferramentas

MS Office

Automation tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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 CompaniesCertified as a Great Place to Work®Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Property Desk Adjuster

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Handles losses and claims valued up to $15,000 for property and casualty insurers through the thorough examination of documents, records, loss reports, and other relevant documentation. Efficiently manages a case load using technology for efficient claim processing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIESEvaluates insurance policies, claims forms, policies, endorsements, carrier instructions, and other records to determine insurance coverage.Conducts thorough investigations, gathers official reports as needed, consults police and hospital records and inspects physical damage or written estimates for damages based on a conducted inspection to determine extent of company's liability and varying methods of investigation, according to type of insurance.Interviews, telephones, and/or corresponds with claimant and witnesses regarding claim.Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.Prepares report of findings and negotiates claim settlements by adhering to carrier instructions and obtaining necessary information. Issues settlement checks, files regulatory documents, and handles salvage and subrogation as applicable.Recommends litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.Attends litigation hearings and participates in depositions as necessary.Revises case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.Maintains an expected caseload efficiently.Utilizes technology and automation tools for efficient claim handling.Sends claims exceeding $15,000 gross loss amount to leadership for authority approval.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms other duties as assigned.

QUAlIFICATIONSEducation & LicensingBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Must obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months in the role. Appropriate state adjuster license is required.ExperienceThree (3) year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Prior experience handling property and casualty claims a plus but not required.Skills & KnowledgeEmpathetic claims handling demeanorStrong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skillsPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsAnalytical and interpretive skillsNegotiating skillsAbility to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reportsAbility to work in a team environmentAbility 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, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, 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.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.