Liability Claims Adjuster

Sarasota Home Office Sarasota, FL 342408424, USA At FCCI, we focus on creating connections and building lasting relationships. Our people truly make the difference. Are you a dedicated team player who thrives in a diverse, innovative and upbeat culture? Do you have strong team working skills, possess technical excellence, have a desire for continuous learning and have compassion and respect for others? If so, FCCI Insurance Group is the company for you! Currently seeking an experienced Senior Liability Claim Adjuster to investigate and adjust assigned commercial claims of moderate complexity to include litigation. The adjuster will determine liability, secure information, review coverages, and settle claims. What you will do: Investigate assigned complex GL & Auto claims including initial investigation, evaluating coverage, negotiating settlements and setting reserves within authority limits, time standards and company best practices. ImplementFCCI Claims Philosophyand processes and documents all file activity including but not limited to phone calls, attorney contact, medical providers, etc. Documents a plan of action, strategy and future exposure. Set and maintain an appropriate diary schedule as specified in our claims company guidelines. Attend mediations for those cases within authority and any other duties related to the effective handling of claims. Implement strategies to expeditiously close files and manages claims to a conclusion in the most effective manner possible. Work with and may coordinate the work of independent adjusters and miscellaneous vendors in an attempt to handle claims effectively and contain expenses. Recognize exposures and apply company reserving philosophy. Discuss exposures with manager that exceed authority and supports escalation if appropriate. Investigations include applicable field work such as meetings, inspections, assessing damages and documenting physical evidence. This is a hybrid role in our Sarasota or Lake Mary, FL office or Lawrenceville, GA office or field-based position within FCCI territory, (FL or GA). In exchange for your talents, FCCI offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package which includes: Paid Family Leave Competitive PTO & Holidays Recognition & Bonus Programs Employee Referral Bonus 401(k) Match & Profit-Sharing The salary range for this position is $75,529-$116,314 annually. This salary range is an estimate and the actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Drug Free Workplace Qualifications Experience Required Current, active Adjusters License in assigned jurisdiction(s). Bachelors degree preferred: NOTE -Relevant, progressively responsible work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education. Minimum of four years commercial liability claim adjusting experience Strong working knowledge of insurance claim procedures, rules, systems, and regulations. Strong working knowledge of claim file management techniques and processes. Strong working understanding of the judicial and legal systems. Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal and organizational skills. Valid driver's license and safe driving record. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr