Senior Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster

Amerisure Insurance; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is seeking a Senior Workers’ Compensation Claims Adjuster to join our hybrid-structured office team in Indiana. The role requires handling medium complexity indemnity claims, engaging agents and policyholders, and collaborating with counsel on litigated files.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, 3 years of WC indemnity experience, and is prepared to obtain licensing as required, with strong analytical and communication skills and proficiency in MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education.
• 3 years of experience handling workers’ compensation indemnity claims of medium level of complexity/severity.
• Ability to obtain appropriate state licensing as required.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with agents, policyholders and internal stakeholders on claims of medium complexity/severity.
• Investigate losses, identify coverage, determine compensability, review and analyze documents and pleadings.
• Develop plan of action to proactively conclude claims and negotiate settlements.
• Establish and maintain proper reserves for each claim to reflect financial exposure.
• Collaborate with counsel to manage litigated claims.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Relationship building

Travel readiness

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amerisure creates exceptional value for its partners, policyholders, and employees. As a property and casualty insurance company, Amerisure’s promise to our partner agencies and policyholders begins with a comprehensive line of insurance products designed to protect businesses, as well as the health and safety of every employee. With an A.M. Best “A” (Excellent) rating, Amerisure serves mid-sized commercial enterprises focused in construction, manufacturing and healthcare. Ranked as one of the top 100 Property & Casualty companies in the United States, we proudly manage nearly $1 Billion of Direct Written Premium and maintain $1.21 billion in surplus.

Amerisure is currently recruiting for a Senior Workers’ Compensation Claims Adjuster working hybrid in one of our offices. This role will require expertise in Tennessee with Mississippi as being nice to have. The ideal candidate will possess the following skill set.

Summary Statement

Provides quality investigation and analysis to adjust claims of medium complexity/severity, including litigated files, to proper resolution. Promotes the success of the organization through development of relationships with agencies, policyholders and employees.

Essential Tasks/Major Duties

• Collaborate and communicate with agents, policyholders and internal stakeholders on claims of medium complexity/severity and book of business.
• Investigate losses, identify coverage, determine compensability, review and analyze documents and legal pleadings.
• Develop plan of action to proactively conclude claims, timely evaluate damages, engage other parties in negotiations and settle claims pursuant to guidelines.
• Establish and maintain proper reserves for each claim to accurately reflect the financial exposure.
• Determine need for, identify and engage external resources as needed to execute proper resolutions while monitoring and controlling costs.
• Collaborate with counsel to manage litigated claims.
• Review and interpret commercial insurance policies and accordingly communicate coverage issues verbally and in writing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education.
• 3 years of experience handling workers’ compensation indemnity claims of medium level of complexity/severity.
• AIC or SLA certification preferred.
• Ability to obtain appropriate state licensing as required.
• Proficient computer skills required including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated successful ability to build positive relationships and partnerships within department, across the organization and with external customers.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with internal and external customers.
• Ability to travel overnight up to 10%
• Ability to travel daily between locations.

Just as we are committed to creating exceptional value for our Partners For Success® agencies and policyholders, Amerisure also remains committed to being an employer of choice. We reinforce this commitment by adhering to an Employee Value Proposition that, in part, is provided through a competitive total rewards package.

This package includes competitive base pay, performance-based incentive pay, comprehensive health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing, and generous paid time off programs.

• Competitive base pay
• Performance-based incentive pay
• Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing
• Generous paid time off programs

We also offer flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.

Recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation and one of Business Insurance magazine’s Best Places to Work in Insurance, we provide a workplace that fosters excellence and professional growth.

If you are looking for a collaborative and rewarding career, Amerisure is looking for you.

Amerisure Mutual Insurance Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Amerisure provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Amerisure complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all locations where the company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Amerisure prohibits harassment or discrimination of any kind and is committed to maintaining a workplace free from unlawful harassment or discrimination. Amerisure prohibits retaliation against anyone who reports discrimination, participates in an investigation, or opposes unlawful practices. Any improper interference with an employee’s ability to perform their job duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.