Claims Examiner - Minneapolis, United States - Intact Insurance

Description

Job Description

We currently have an opportunity for a Claims Examiner to join our Surety Claims team in our New York City, NY; Blue Bell, PA; Southfield, MI offices or remotely nationwide. Assess highly complex claims often involving litigation.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Position will primarily be in our contract bond claims department, with the ability to handle commercial bond claims as needed.
2. Makes timely and appropriate contacts, determines, and completes appropriate level of investigation to make determination, assess liability and determine damages.
3. Independently determines exposure, establishes adequate reserves and makes timely adjustments as required.
4. Selects, assigns and directs activities of internal and external resources as required; including consultants, accountants, and attorneys.
5. Determines settlement value of the loss and negotiates proper settlement of claims within authority. Provides recommendations for settlement and disposition of claims exceeding authority level.
6. Documents clearly and concisely all relevant activity on assigned files and makes recommendations for additional activity as appropriate.
7. Stays abreast of state adjuster license requirements and participates in continuing education as required.
8. Ability to travel occasionally for claims.

Decision-Making Authority/Accountability Level

• Under supervision, responsible for making settlement decisions using considerable discretion and independent judgement.
• Determines coverage, assesses liability, and clearly and concisely documents file activity.
• Capable of determining and analyzing complex construction and legal issues.
• Must show the ability to develop or have proven analytical, negotiation, decision making, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively including strong oral, written and listening skills. Must be able to work both independently and as a member of a team and have the ability to interact with diverse groups of individuals.
• Must maintain a high level of accuracy and provide follow-through on projects.
• Requires the ability to maintain confidential information.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office suite and other Claims tracking tools.

Education and Experience Preferred

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• JD preferred Supervisory Responsibility
• Legal, surety, insurance, construction, or claims experience helpful
• Have a state adjuster's license or ability to obtain one.

Our salary ranges are determined by many factors including location, role, experience and skillset of the candidate. The following ranges displayed reflect the target base salary for new hires but your recruiter will share more specific compensation information with you during the hiring process. The typical base salary range for this position is: $82,000 - $116,000, based on the factors aforementioned. For candidates located in San Francisco, CA; Hoboken, NJ; and the New York City metro area, the base salary range is $104,000 -$121,000. In addition to base salary, full time Intact employees are also eligible for bonus potential and a full range of benefits to include: 401(k) savings and annual contributions of up to 12% of annual salary, competitive paid time off programs, medical, vision and dental plans, mental health support programs, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave and a variety of voluntary benefits.

About Us

At Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions we are experts at what we do. Our deep understanding of the specialty insurance market is the foundation for our customized solutions, backed by targeted risk control and claims services. Our employees are passionate about providing insurance coverage that's aligned to our targeted customer groups. Today, we help protect over a dozen industries with tailored coverages and services.

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