TEMP- Senior Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster

Argonaut Management Services, Inc; Connecticut; On-site; USD 73,770 - 87,753; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Argonaut Management Services, Inc is seeking a Senior Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster for a temporary assignment expected to end on October 9, 2026. This position involves adjudicating complex claims for clients primarily in South Carolina and Virginia, and offers the flexibility to work from anywhere in the U.S.

The ideal candidate will possess at least five years of experience in workers' compensation claims and a Bachelor's degree. Strong negotiation and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in workers' compensation claims in SC and VA jurisdictions.
• Ability to articulate financial value at various levels of responsibility.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicate complex indemnity workers' compensation claims.
• Investigate claims thoroughly, including interviewing involved parties.
• Negotiate settlements and manage claims in litigation.

Skills

Communication skills

Claim negotiation

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

SC license

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Title

Senior Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster (Temporary – End Date: October 9, 2026)

Employment Type

Contingent Worker – In‑Office or Remote (United States)

Summary

We are looking for a highly capable Senior Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster to help us on a temporary assignment with an estimated end date of October 9, 2026 and work from anywhere in the United States. This role will adjudicate indemnity workers' compensation claims of higher technical complexity for our customers in the states of SC and VA.

Essential Responsibilities

• Adjudicate highly complex indemnity workers' compensation claims under limited technical direction and broad limits and authority.
• Solve difficult problems that require an understanding of a broader set of issues.
• Report to senior management and underwriters on claims trends and developments.
• Investigate claims promptly and thoroughly, including interviewing all involved parties.
• Analyze claims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions, and other records to determine whether the loss falls within policy coverage.
• Manage claims in litigation.
• Maintain a diary to ensure tasks are completed timely and cases move toward the best financial outcome.
• Set claim reserves appropriately.
• Coordinate assignment of expertise resources to assist in case resolution.
• Prepare reports for file documentation.
• Apply creative solutions that result in the best financial outcome.
• Negotiate settlements.
• Complete telephone calls and written correspondence to/from various parties.
• Show appreciation and passion for strong claim management.

Qualifications / Experience Required

• Advanced knowledge of adjudicating workers' compensation claims with:
  • At least five years of experience adjudicating workers' compensation claims in SC and VA jurisdictions.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required. Two or more insurance designations or four additional years of related experience adjudicating indemnity claims may substitute for a degree.
  • SC license required at start of assignment.
• Good business acumen and understanding of how an insurance company operates.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build lasting relationships.
• Natural curiosity and desire to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong evaluation, strategic, and claim negotiation skills.
• Strong customer focus and effective time‑management skills.
• Ability to articulate the financial value of work at multiple responsibility levels.
• Independence and sound judgment.
• Inner strength, courage, and ethical conduct.
• Intellectual curiosity and open‑mindedness.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and other business‑related software.
• Polished written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent reading and writing in English required.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

Compensation

The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location.

• Colorado outside of Denver metro, Delaware, Illinois (outside of Chicago metro area), Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts (outside of Boston metro area), Minnesota, Nevada, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Virginia Pay Ranges: $48.65 per hour – $57.59 per hour
• Boston metro area, California outside of Los Angeles & San Francisco metro area, Connecticut, Chicago metro area, Denver metro area, New Jersey (outside of New York City metro area), New York State (outside of New York City metro area), Washington, D. C. metro area, & Washington State Pay Ranges: $53.55 per hour – $63.70 per hour
• New York City, Los Angeles and San Francisco metro areas Pay Ranges: $58.40 per hour – $69.54 per hour

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program—including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

EEO / Legal Information

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar state or local law and you wish to discuss potential reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment with us, please contact our Benefits Department at 210‑321‑8400.