Workers Comp Analyst

Korn Ferry; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry has partnered with a client to appoint a Workers' Compensation Claims Analyst in Atlanta. The role is onsite and focuses on managing, reporting, investigating, and resolving injury claims in accordance with state requirements and policies.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in workers' comp, OSHA familiarity, strong communication, and MS Office proficiency. Compensation is $35–$40 per hour, with duties spanning liaison work, documentation, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• At least two years of workers' compensation claims management experience.
• Working knowledge of workers' compensation claims practices.
• Familiarity with OSHA rules and regulations.
• Experience coordinating with third-party administrators, insurance carriers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage claim documentation, follow-up activities, and communications accurately and promptly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the intake, reporting, investigation, and follow-up of work-related injury and illness claims.
• Assess claim classifications, including first aid, medical-only, lost-time, and controverted claims.
• Support internal investigations to identify root causes and assist with claim acceptance or denial determinations.
• Serve as a primary liaison among injured employees, supervisors, third-party administrators, and insurance carriers.
• Monitor claim activity and maintain timely, accurate documentation and communications.
• Provide relevant claim updates to field leadership and safety personnel.
• Coordinate return-to-work programs and modified-duty assignments.
• Work with outside counsel to document and support the defense of disputed or controverted claims.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to support compliance with applicable employment laws.
• Complete administrative claims activities, including state board forms, light-duty offer letters, check requests, invoice processing, and mail handling.
• Support safety and risk management initiatives.
• Contribute to projects that advance organizational safety objectives.
• Perform additional related responsibilities as assigned.

Job description

We have partnered with our client in their search for a Workers' Compensation Claims Analyst. This consultant will support a multi-jurisdictional workers' compensation program by managing, tracking, and analyzing employee injury claims. The position will help ensure claims are reported, investigated, documented, and resolved promptly and in accordance with applicable state requirements and organizational policies.

This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced, field-oriented organization. The Claims Analyst will collaborate with injured employees, supervisors, third-party administrators, insurance carriers, Human Resources, safety personnel, and outside counsel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the intake, reporting, investigation, and follow-up of work-related injury and illness claims.
• Assess claim classifications, including first aid, medical-only, lost-time, and controverted claims.
• Support internal investigations to identify root causes and assist with claim acceptance or denial determinations.
• Serve as a primary liaison among injured employees, supervisors, third-party administrators, and insurance carriers.
• Monitor claim activity and maintain timely, accurate documentation and communications.
• Provide relevant claim updates to field leadership and safety personnel.
• Coordinate return-to-work programs and modified-duty assignments.
• Work with outside counsel to document and support the defense of disputed or controverted claims.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to support compliance with applicable employment laws.
• Complete administrative claims activities, including state board forms, light-duty offer letters, check requests, invoice processing, and mail handling.
• Support safety and risk management initiatives.
• Contribute to projects that advance organizational safety objectives.
• Perform additional related responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• At least two years of workers' compensation claims management experience.
• Working knowledge of workers' compensation claims practices.
• Familiarity with applicable OSHA rules and regulations.
• Experience coordinating with third-party administrators, insurance carriers, and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage claim documentation, follow-up activities, and communications accurately and promptly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated, organized, and able to work effectively with limited supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Title: Workers Compensation Analyst

Location: Onsite, Atlanta

Compensation: $35-$40/hr