Senior Claims Adjuster - Philadelphia, United States - Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company

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    Job Description

    In the role as a Senior Claims Adjuster you will handle claims for bodily injury and property damage claims. These claims include auto accidents, premises liability, police professional liability and subrogation. A working knowledge of the New Jersey Tort Claim Act ( Title 59) is preferred.

    The position offers a hybrid work schedule with the ability to work remotely up to 2 days per work week.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Promptly investigates all assigned claims for coverage, liability assessment, damages evaluation and subrogation/contribution.
    • Ensures timely disposition of all claims in accordance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
    • Within granted authority, establishes appropriate loss and expense reserves with documented rationale.
    • Negotiates claims resolution within granted authority.
    • Establishes and executes appropriate action plans for claim resolution including loss cost management.
    • Maintains a strong working knowledge of regulatory and jurisdictional requirements.
    • Demonstrates technical proficiency through timely, consistent execution of best claim practices and established claims handling guidelines.
    • Communicates effectively with internal and external customers on claims and account issues.
    • Maintain and manage a diary system and claim pending to efficiently and effectively resolve all claims.
    • Effectively manage litigation process and defense counsel to ensured timely and cost effective outcomes.
    • Prepares and submits claim status and excess reports
    • Perform special projects as assigned by the Supervisor/Manager

    Job Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree in related field
    • Minimum required experience is 5 years as a Senior General Liability Adjuster.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
    • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Claims database systems knowledge is preferred.