Senior Property Claim Examiner

Chubb Ltd.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chubb is seeking a Senior Claims Examiner for the Virtual Property Desk to handle North America claims from Phoenix, AZ. This role emphasizes desk claim handling with virtual inspections, AI tools, and collaboration with approved vendors to assess and adjust property losses.

The candidate will work in a digitally enabled environment, provide best-in-class service, and be part of a team focused on accuracy and efficiency in claim resolution.

Qualifications

• Exceptional customer service abilities with a customer-first mindset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple claims.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for clear reporting.
• Proficiency in investigation techniques and evidence gathering.
• Technology fluency and ability to leverage virtual tools and AI in claims handling.

Responsibilities

• Analyze initial reports and contact insured parties on day one.
• Manage property claims with virtual inspections using AI and approved vendors.
• Complete virtual inspections to investigate facts, evaluate damages and write estimates.
• Evaluate contract language to identify coverage issues.
• Develop the claim file promptly for investigation and loss analysis.
• Maintain an active diary to move the file toward resolution.
• Use PLNAR and other tools to estimate damages virtually.

Skills

Results orientation

Adaptability

Communication skills

Interpersonal/team skills

Self-leadership

Client focused

Work ethic

Organizational/time management

Education

Bachelor's/4-year college degree preferred

Tools

PLNAR

Cotality

AI-enabled tools

Job description

Senior Claims Examiner – Virtual Property Team Adjuster

Description

We are seeking a Property Claims Senior Examiner to join our Virtual Property Desk team, handling claims throughout North America. This role is based in Phoenix, AZ, and requires in-office work at our Phoenix Claims Center. The position is focused on desk claim handling, delivering exceptional customer service, and using virtual scoping and estimating tools, and AI-enabled technology to efficiently assess and resolve property losses. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a digitally enabled environment, adaptable to change, and committed to delivering best-in-class customer experience through innovation, accuracy, and efficiency.

Who are we looking for?

Successful professionals at Chubb come from many backgrounds and experiences and bring that rich diversity with them to our company. They also have some things in common, and these attributes will lead to your success at Chubb.

• Results orientation: a demonstrated ability to meet commitments under pressure
• Practical intellectual adaptability: capable and successful at adapting to new knowledge
• Personal capacity: accepting and welcoming of additional responsibility over time
• Communication skills: an ability to communicate successfully in various settings
• Interpersonal/team skills with an ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels
• Self-leadership: an ability to take full ownership of work and show initiative as needed
• Client focused: understanding of the needs of customers and clients
• Work ethic: Demonstrates a strong commitment to diligence and consistently maintains high ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze initial reports and promptly reach out to insured parties with a high priority on first day contact.
• Manage property claims conducting virtual inspections, utilizing AI, and other virtual tools along with utilization of approved vendors to fully assess and adjust property losses.
• Ensure virtual inspections are completed of properties to include investigating facts, evaluating damages, and writing estimates.
• Effectively evaluate contract language and identify coverage issues
• Promptly and appropriately develop the claim file to provide accurate and timely investigation and loss analysis
• Maintain an active file diary to move file toward resolution
• Utilize digital technology to evaluate damage and scope and estimate virtually (e.g., using PLNAR) and compose estimates (e.g., Cotality Claim estimating platform).
• Recognize and pursue recovery
• Adhere to all statutory and regulatory fair claims practices.
• Recognize and identify potential fraudulent claims.
• Effectively control the use, work product, and expenses of outside vendors.
• Effectively evaluate claim facts and negotiate claim settlements.
• Be available for on call rotation during weekends and weekdays during times of heavy volume
• Supports workload surges and/or Catastrophe Operations as needed to include working overtime during designated CATs.
• Establish and maintain rapport with business partners including insureds, agents, and underwriters
• Provide best in class service to a diverse client base that results highly satisfied clients

Qualifications

Exceptional Customer Service Abilities: Demonstrated commitment to delivering north star, best-in-class service to clients by addressing concerns promptly, professionally, and with empathy. Skilled in managing difficult conversations with clarity and composure while maintaining positive rapport. Consistently earns highly satisfied customer feedback (e.g., via survey responses and positive ad hoc customer commentary), reflecting a strong customer-first mindset.

Strong Organizational and Time Management Skills: Proven ability to manage multiple claims simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines. Ability to maintain detailed and organized claim files that facilitate quick reference and decision-making.

Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills: Ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and concisely in both verbal and written formats. Proficient in drafting comprehensive reports and correspondence that comply with legal and company standards, ensuring clear communication with clients, colleagues, and vendors.

Proficiency in Investigation Techniques: Strong understanding of investigative methodologies, including how to gather, analyze, and interpret relevant information to assess claims accurately. Familiarity with evidence collection processes and conducting interviews to establish facts.

Technology Fluency and Digital Mindset: Demonstrates strong technological aptitude and the ability to effectively use virtual scoping and AI tools to validate scope, assess damages, and develop accurate estimates, to support efficient and thorough claim handling.

Adaptability to Change: Capable of maintaining effectiveness in rapidly changing environments, particularly during workload surges or crisis situations. Ability to remain calm and make informed decisions under pressure, contributing to efficient operations during catastrophic events. Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, quickly learn new tools and processes, and remain effective as the organization evolves through transformation.

Team Collaboration Contributing to Team Goals: Develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external customers. Successfully contributes to the development and delivery of the team’s goals, objectives, and results. Full knowledge of personal insurance contracts, investigation techniques, legal requirements, and insurance regulations a plus. Demonstrated ability to learn commercial property contracts.

Experience & Education Requirements

• A 4-Year college degree or appx.is preferred, however equivalent work experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of professional work experience, ideally in residential and commercial property claims.
• 2+ years of customer service experience in a corporate environment is required.
• Prior claims experience is preferred; however equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with insureds, vendors, agents, and internal business partners.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate, interpret, and apply information to support accurate claim decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also managing individual responsibilities independently.
• Innovative and adaptable mindset, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, embrace change, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Strong customer service skills with a commitment to delivering positive and professional client experience.
• High level of comfort using computers and digital tools, including the ability to take detailed notes while on the phone and navigate multiple systems simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and use technology, including AI-enabled and virtual tools, to support efficient and accurate claim handling.

Licensure Requirement

Must have the ability to meet licensing requirements, including obtaining a Property and Casualty Adjusters license within 6 months of employment.

About Us

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance, and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is distinguished by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength, underwriting excellence, superior claims handling expertise and local operations globally.

At Chubb, we are committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all laws and regulations pertaining to it. Our policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other conditions or opportunities of employment, without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, age, and pregnancy or any other characteristic protected by law. Performance and qualifications are the only basis upon which we hire, assign, promote, compensate, develop and retain employees. Chubb prohibits all unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation against any individual who reports discrimination or harassment.

Job Info

• Job Identification 35246
• Job Schedule Full time
• Regular or Temporary Regular
• Job Category Claims Center Adjusting
• Business Unit United States
• Legal Employer ACE American Insurance Company