Claims Adjuster- Auto and General Liability
Company: Sedgwick
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: January 21, 2023
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Job Description:
**The 'Apply with SEEK' option will be utilized for
International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply
to you please use the 'Apply' option.**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 EmployerClaims 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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