Workforce Absence Operations Manager

Sedgwick Claims Management Services Ltd; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick is seeking a Workforce Absence Operations Manager in West Hills, CA to oversee technical and operational functions, ensure compliance with standards, and lead staffing and budget planning. This role manages a small team and interfaces with clients to meet service levels.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of claims management experience (including 2+ years in supervision), and strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, licensure or certifications as required.
• Eight years of claims management experience with supervisory experience.
• Strong communication, leadership, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees internal quality review process and reports monthly.
• Ensures compliance with client controls and service requirements.
• Establishes business plans and objectives for clients.
• Manages claims policies to meet standards and regulations.
• Maintains client contacts and relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication

Oral and written communication

Presentation skills

Leadership/management

Motivational skills

Analytical skills

Interpretive skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Teamwork ability

Performance competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Workforce Absence Operations ManagerApply: West Hills, CA: Posted Today: R77292By 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 & InsuranceWorkforce Absence Operations Manager**PRIMARY PURPOSE**: To oversee technical and operational functions including compliance with company standards and industry best practices; to ensure consistent delivery of quality services; to oversee staffing and training needs; and to oversee budget preparation and profit and loss management. Has direct responsibility for less than 25 colleagues.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES*** Oversees internal quality review process and reports monthly.* Assures compliance with client internal controls, audit requirements and service agreement requirements.* Establishes business plan with goals and objectives for assigned clients.* Ensures claims management policies and procedures are followed to assure meeting service standards, state statutes/regulations, disability plan document, industry best practices and client service requirements.* Establishes and maintains client contacts.**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES*** Performs other duties as assigned.* Supports the organization's quality program(s).* Travels as required.**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES*** Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.* Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.* Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.**QUALIFICATIONS****Education & Licensing**Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Licenses as required. Professional certifications appropriate to line of business preferred.**Experience**Eight (8) years claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years supervisory experience.**Skills & Knowledge*** Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills* PC literate, including Microsoft Office products* Leadership/management/motivational skills* Analytical and interpretive skills* Strong organizational skills* Excellent interpersonal skills* Excellent negotiation skills* Ability to work 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, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines**Physical:** Computer keyboarding, travel as required**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.*As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $83,000.00 - $95,000.00 USD Annual. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.*Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.