Claims Specialist

Description The Claims Specialist works within a Claims Team, using the latest technology to manage an assigned caseload of routine to moderately complex claims from the investigation of the claim through resolution. This includes making decisions about liability/compensability, evaluating losses, and negotiating settlements. The role interacts with claimants, policyholders, appraisers, attorneys, and other third parties throughout the claim’s management process. The position offers training developed with an emphasis on enhancing skills needed to help provide exceptional service to our customers. Responsibilities: Manages an inventory of claims to evaluate compensability/liability. Establishes action plan based on case facts, best practices, protocols, regulatory issues and available resources. Plans and conducts investigations of claims to confirm coverage and to determine liability, compensability and damages. Assesses policy coverage for submitted claims and notifies the insured of any issues; determines and establishes reserve requirements, adjusting reserves, as necessary, during the processing of the claim, refers claims to the subrogation group or Special Investigations Unit as appropriate. Assesses actual damages associated with claims and conducts negotiations, within assigned authority limits, to settle claims. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Proven interpersonal, analytical and negotiation abilities required. Ability to provide information in a clear, concise manner, ability to build effective relationships. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in addition to 1-year claims handling experience. Knowledge of legal liability, insurance coverage and medical terminology preferred. Licensing may be required in some states. About Us Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit. Fair Chance Notices Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Liberty Mutual Insurance