Sr Adjuster

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd is seeking a Sr Adjuster to investigate and adjust property and casualty claims with minimal supervision. You will inspect claims, determine coverage, and prepare repair estimates, while interviewing claimants and witnesses.

The role requires state licensure, a related degree or experience, and strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills. Travel may be required, and you will work to maintain client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college preferred.
• IIA-AIC designation required.
• Appropriate state adjuster license required.
• Minimum two years of related experience or equivalent education.
• Strong oral and written communication, including presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general PC literacy.

Responsibilities

• Inspects claims and contacts involved parties in a timely manner.
• Investigates circumstances of claim(s) as required for coverage determination, cause, and compensable damages/reserves.
• Examines insurance policies and other records to determine insurance coverage.
• Prepares estimates for cost of repair and/or replacement.
• Conducts interviews with claimant and witnesses regarding submitted claim(s).
• Negotiates and settles both 1st and 3rd party claims.
• Addresses salvage and subrogation as required by the client.
• Maintains client relationships to assure repeated business referrals.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent/Team work

Education

Bachelor's degree

IIA-AIC designation

State adjuster license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Sr AdjusterApply: Telecommuter NC: Posted Today: R78401By 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 WorkFortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceSr Adjuster**PRIMARY PURPOSE:** To investigate and adjust property and casualty claims, both residential and commercial, with little to no supervision.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES*** Inspects claims and contacts involved parties in a timely manner.* Investigates circumstances of claim(s) as required for coverage determination, cause, and compensable damages/reserves.* Examines insurance policies and other records to determine insurance coverage.* Prepares estimates for cost of repair and/or replacement.* Conducts interviews with claimant and witnesses regarding submitted claim(s).* Negotiates and settles both 1st and 3rd party claims.* Addresses salvage and subrogation as required by the client.* Maintains client relationships to assure repeated business referrals.**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES*** Performs other duties as assigned.* Supports the organization's quality program(s).* Travels as required.**QUALIFICATIONS****Education & Licensing** Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. IIA-AIC designation required. Appropriate state adjuster license is required.**Experience** Two (2) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.**Skills & Knowledge*** Strong oral and written communication, including presentation skills* PC literate, including Microsoft Office products* Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting* Strong customer service skills* Strong interpersonal skills* Attention to detail and accuracy* Good time management and organizational skills* Ability to work independently or in a team environment* Ability 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 and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines**Physical:*** Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.* Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.* Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.* Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead* Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds* Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds* Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.* Must have continual use of manual dexterity.**Auditory/Visual:** Hearing, vision and talkingThe 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.