Claims Adjuster- Auto and General Liability
Company: Sedgwick
Location: Harrisburg
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
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Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we
start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at
Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having
flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you.
It's an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day.
It's having support for your mental, physical, financial and
professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing
your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates
diversity and is fair and inclusive.
A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a
positive impact on the world through the people and organizations
we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference,
who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you're someone who cares,
there's a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick
being a great place to work.
Great Place to Work -
Most Loved Workplace -
Forbes Best-in-State Employer
Claims Adjuster- Auto and General Liability
PRIMARY PURPOSE : To analyze mid- and higher-level general auto
claims to determine scope of damages; to ensure ongoing
adjudication of claims within company standards and industry best
practices; and to identify subrogation of claims and negotiate
settlements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages mid-level and higher-level auto commercial and personal
lines claims by gathering information to determine exposure;
assigns reserve values to claims, making claims payments as
necessary, and settling claims up to designated authority
level.
Assesses liability and resolves claims within evaluation.
Approves and processes assigned claims, determines benefits due,
and manages action plan pursuant to the claim or client
contract.
Manages subrogation of claims and negotiates settlements.
Communicates claim action with claimant and client.
Ensures claim files are properly documented and claims coding is
correct.
Maintains professional client relationships.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Travels as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
preferred. Professional certification as applicable to line of
business preferred. Secure and maintain the State adjusting
licenses as required for the position.
Experience
Four (4) years of claims management experience or equivalent
combination of education and experience required.
Skills & Knowledge
Subject matter expert of appropriate insurance principles and laws
for line-of-business handled, recoveries offsets and deductions,
claim and disability duration, cost containment principles as
applicable to line-of-business.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including
presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent negotiating skills
Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and
constructive written reports
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 talking
NOTE : Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit
check, is required for this position.
The 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 (Colorado or New York
City). 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 state noted in this job posting
only, the range of starting pay for this role is 53K-74K. 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.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free
Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align
perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider
applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable,
and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a
unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be
just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Caring
counts
Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk,
benefits and integrated business solutions. Every day, in every
time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place
their trust in us to help their employees regain health and
productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process,
protect their brand and minimize business interruptions. Our more
than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared
purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an
organization committed to doing the right thing - one where caring
counts. Watch this video to learn more about us.
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA)
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