SIU Field Investigator - National General

Allstate Insurance; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

National General, part of The Allstate Corporation, is seeking an SIU Field Investigator to conduct in-depth investigations of insurance claims with a focus on fraud indicators. The role is field-based in Northern California, servicing the broader region including the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in investigations and insurance, with on-site field work and data-driven analysis responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in investigations or fraud analysis preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance claims processes and investigations.
• Strong analytical and interviewing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Enter SIU case data into multiple SIU systems.
• Review investigations with fraud outcomes to validate denial decisions.
• Update files with outcomes and route to market claim office if needed.
• Perform complex online data searches and evaluations.
• Conduct site inspections (body shops, medical clinics, loss locations).
• Lead thorough investigations for potentially fraudulent claims to determine payment validity.
• Document findings clearly and enter notes in the claim system.
• Use SIU tools to identify complex claims for investigation or evidence gathering.
• Respond to complex customer communications and resolve issues.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Decision Making

Documentations

Evidence Gathering

Fraud Investigations

Insurance Claims Investigations

Interviewing

Investigative Skills

Problem Analysis

Special Investigations

Time Management

Job description

National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.

Job Description

Put your investigative skills to work uncovering the facts behind complex insurance claims. As an SIU Field Investigator, you'll conduct detailed investigations, analyze claim information, identify potential fraud indicators, and gather the information needed to reach well-supported conclusions. You'll use critical thinking, effective interviewing, research, and analytical skills to connect details and resolve questions that may not have an obvious answer. Whether analyzing information or conducting investigative work in the field, you'll play an important role in helping ensure claims are handled appropriately while protecting customers and the business from potential fraud.

We're looking for a SIU Field Investigator to join our team in Northern California. This is a field-based role within the SIU (Special Investigations Unit) Fraud Investigation Department, responsible for conducting in-depth fraud investigations related to insurance claims. The preferred candidate should be based in or around San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Sacramento, or the surrounding commuting areas, as they will be expected to service the broader region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both investigations and insurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Enters SIU claim data information into multiple SIU systems
• Reviews investigations with fraud outcomes to validate whether denial is appropriate
• Updates files with investigation outcome, and when no fraud or insufficient evidence is found, returns file to market claim office for further handling and settlement
• Conducts complex online data application searches, research, and evaluation
• Conducts complex site inspections, including body shops, medical clinics, loss locations etc.
• Conducts thorough investigations of complex that are potentially fraudulent to determine if payment is warranted, including scene investigations and surveillance as needed
• Validates that the information provided and obtained through investigation is true and accurate and follows up on all possible leads
• Summarizes documents and enters into claim system notes, documenting a claim file with notes, evaluations and decision-making process
• Utilizes analytic tools or SIU field intelligence to identify complex claims for investigation and/or for support in the evidence of the fraud and damages
• Researches and responds to complex customer communications, concerns, conflicts or issues

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Documentations, Evidence Gathering, Fraud Investigations, Insurance Claims Investigations, Interviewing, Investigative Skills, Problem Analysis, Special Investigations, Time Management

Compensation

Base compensation offered for this role is:
SIU Consultant I: $60,000 - $87,400
SIU Consultant II: $62,100 - $92,700
And is based on experience and qualifications. Total compensation for this role is comprised of several factors, including the base compensation outlined above, plus incentive pay (i.e. commission, bonus, etc.) if applicable for the role.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

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National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A- (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.

Companies & Partners

Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.

Benefits

National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at [phone].

Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.

When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.