Senior Claims Adjuster
Location
United States + 9 moreAll locations: United States | United Kingdom | Canada | Germany | France | India | Brazil | Australia | Estonia | Nepal
Posted
38 days ago
Salary
$101.2K - $120.5K / year
Seniority
Senior
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Senior Claims Adjuster
Brookfield Wealth Solutions, Ltd
Role Description We are looking for a highly capable Senior Workers’ Compensation Claims Adjuster to join our Claims team and work remotely from Nevada. The position reports to a manager based in California. This role will be adjudicating indemnity workers’ compensation claims in the jurisdictions of CA, NV, and AZ and medical only workers’ compensation claims in the NV jurisdiction only, in order to contribute to providing superb results for our clients. This position is qualified as a field position. - Working under limited technical direction and within broad limits and authority, adjudicate highly complex indemnity workers’ compensation claims on assignments reflecting potentially significant impact on departmental results. - Solving difficult problems that require an understanding of a broader set of issues. - Reporting to senior management and underwriters on claims trends and developments. - Investigating claims promptly and thoroughly. - Analyzing claims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions, and other records to determine whether the loss falls within the policy coverage. - Investigating claims promptly and thoroughly, including interviewing all involved parties. - Managing claims in litigation. - Managing diary timely and complete tasks to ensure that cases move to the best financial outcome and timely resolution. - Properly setting claim reserves. - Identifying, assigning, and coordinating the assignment and coordination of expertise resources to assist in case resolution. - Preparing reports for file documentation. - Applying creative solutions which result in the best financial outcome. - Negotiating settlements. - Processing mail and prioritizing workload. - Completing telephone calls and written correspondence to/from various parties (insured, claimant, etc.). - Having an appreciation and passion for strong claim management. Qualifications - An advanced knowledge of workers’ compensation claims, as well as an exceptional customer service focus typically obtained through: - A minimum of five years’ experience adjudicating workers' compensation claims in one or more of the following jurisdictions: AZ, NV, and CA. - Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required. - Two or more insurance designations or four additional years of related experience adjudicating indemnity claims beyond the minimum experience required above may be substituted in lieu of a degree. - Either a CA Self-Insurance or possession of both the WCCA and WCCP designations, and AZ claims certification and a NV claims license are required or must be attained within 90 days of hire for employment to continue past that date. - Must have good business acumen (i.e. understand how an insurance company works and makes money, including how this role impacts both Argo Group and our customers’ ability to be profitable). - Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships. - Ability to regularly exercise discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance. - Strong claim negotiation skills a must. - Desire to work in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent evaluation and strategic skills required. - Must possess a strong customer focus. - Effective time management skills and ability to prioritize workload while handling multiple tasks and deadlines. - Ability to articulate the financial value of your work at multiple responsibility levels inside our clients’ business which may include CEO. - Demonstrates inner strength and has the courage to do the right thing. - Exhibit natural and intellectual curiosity in order to consistently explore and consider all options. - Demonstrates an understanding of mechanisms available for resolving claims settlement disputes (e.g. arbitration and mediation) and when these are used. - Uses listening and questioning techniques to effectively gather information from insureds and claimants. - Proficient in MS Office Suite and other business-related software. - Polished and professional written and verbal communication skills. - The ability to read and write English fluently is required. - Must demonstrate a desire for continued professional development through continuing education and self-development opportunities. Requirements - The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. - Nevada Pay Range: $101,184 - $120,462. 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.
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