Sr Outside Property Adjuster - VA

The Hanover Insurance Group; Manassas (VA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is seeking a Senior Outside Property Adjuster to manage complex property claims in the Virginia territory. This remote position requires strong negotiation skills, adjusting experience, and the ability to handle field inspections. Ideal candidates should have Xactimate certification and a valid driver's license. Join a supportive environment focused on career development and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of adjusting experience required.
• Must obtain and maintain appropriate state adjuster license.
• Valid driver's license and sufficient home-based internet connection needed.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex personal and commercial property claims.
• Use discretion in claim handling.
• Identify possibly suspicious claims.

Skills

Adjusting experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Xactimate certification

Tools

Claims systems (CSS, PMS)

MS Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.

Our Property Claims department is seeking Senior Outside Property Adjusters in the Fredericksburg, Manasses, and Winchester, VA territory. This is a remote Full-time/Exempt role with field investigations.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Senior outside property adjusters handle property claims requiring field investigations and/or inspections. They must establish rapport with our insureds and maintain relationships with our agents, underwriters, contractors, restoration vendors, and experts. They are expected to know their territory, including the geography; regulations and the law as pertains to property claims; state and local public safety and regulatory agencies and officials; the insurance and legal climate; and public adjusters. Outside property adjusters may use a company claims office location as their base of operations, or they may work out of their homes.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Handle complex personal and commercial property claims requiring outside field investigations and/or inspections.
• Use discretion and independent judgment in claim handling.
• Possess demonstrated technical knowledge and skills, including product and industry, reflective of successful progression through various job family levels.
• Identify possibly suspicious claims.
• Claims handled will be of greater complexity, severity, and exposures, including litigation, and will require a higher level of investigation, analysis, evaluation and negotiation including interpretation of commercial coverage.
• Authority levels are higher in recognition of the higher proficiency associated with this level.
• May be used as a technical resource by adjusters; may represent the company at mediation, arbitration and trials.
• May be responsible for all aspects of each claim, including informal hearings, arbitrations, and claims litigation and maintaining a high level of productivity, confidentiality and customer service.
• May provide training and mentoring to adjusters.
• Assignments are broad in nature, usually requiring originality and ingenuity.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY:

• 5+ years of adjusting experience.
• Xactimate certification.
• Must have or secure and maintain appropriate states adjuster license(s) and continuing education credits.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Required to have and maintain sufficient home-based internet connection.
• Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Makes decisions in an informed, confident and timely manner.
• Maintains constructive working relationships despite differing perspectives.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to negotiate skillfully in difficult situations with both internal and external groups. Demonstrates ability to win concessions without damaging relationships.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Promotes and facilitates free and open communication.
• Understanding of applicable statutes, regulations and case law.
• Thinks critically and anticipates, recognizes, identifies and develops solutions to problems in a timely manner.
• Easily adapts to new or different changing situations, requirements or priorities.
• Cultivates an environment of teamwork and collaboration.
• Operates with latitude for un-reviewed action or decision.
• Proficient using MS Office (Excel, Word, etc).
• Proficient using Claims systems (i.e. CSS, PMS, etc).
• Ability to use a personal computer and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to travel as necessary.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle 4-5 hours per day and to get in and out of the vehicle numerous times during the day.
• Ability to load and unload equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds from a motor vehicle as needed to perform field work.
• Ability to bend, walk, and climb for several consecutive hours while inspecting damaged buildings, often with utilities turned off or inoperable.
• Ability to use a ladder safely to get onto and off of roofs, and maintain balance while inspecting roofs.
• Ability to perform field work in adverse weather.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS:

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)

EEO STATEMENT:

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: [e-mail] and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.