Sr. Claims Representative

Company Overview

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We're committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Job Summary

When employees are injured on the job, they need someone who can guide them through the process with care and expertise. As a Workers' Compensation Claims Representative at West Bend, you'll guide injured employees through the recovery process, ensure fair and timely claim resolution, and help businesses stay compliant. If you thrive on problem-solving, negotiation, and making a real impact, this is your opportunity to lead with confidence.

Work Location

This position offers both remote and hybrid work locations. Candidates who reside within 50 miles of an office location (West Bend, Madison, Appleton) will be offered a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are fully remote (beyond 50 miles) may occasionally be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and corporate events. Dependent on location and applicable experience this position offers a fully remote or hybrid office schedule.


The hiring team handles primarily MN & IA workers compensation claims as well as SD & WI. While remote associate preference would reside within one of these states, others may be considered.


Responsibilities & Qualifications

As a Workers Compensation Claims Representative, you will manage claims of varying complexity using current claim technology and best practices. You will conduct thorough investigations to determine coverage, evaluate benefits, and assess compensability. You will negotiate settlements with insureds, claimants, and attorneys while maintaining proactive file management, accurate reserving, and adherence to audit and regulatory standards. This role collaborates closely with internal partners and external stakeholders, with the scope of responsibility increasing with experience level.

Key Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve claims within assigned authority
• Determine coverage and liability
• Negotiate settlements with insureds, claimants, and attorneys
• Maintain accurate documentation and reserving
• Communicate promptly and professionally with all stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• Adhere to audit and compliance standards
• Participate in training and team initiatives

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Prior experience managing claims in Minnesota and/or Iowa
• Proficiency with computers and current claim technology
• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with customer-focused professionalism
• Negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills
• Time management and organizational discipline with proactive file handling
• Independent decision-making ability and results orientation
• Technical expertise in coverage analysis, compensability, and evaluation of claims

Preferred Education and Training

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Insurance or related field
• Associate in General Insurance (AINS) designation
• Associate in Claims (AIC) designation
• CPCU coursework or other continuing education
• Licensure in jurisdictions where required

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Salary Statement

The salary range for this position is $67,000 - $110,000.


The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Benefits

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:

• Medical & Prescription Insurance

• Health Savings Account

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life and Accidental Death & Disability

• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match

• Pet Insurance

• Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates

• Bonus eligible based on performance
• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.