Disability Bridge Senior Claims Specialist

The Opportunity The Senior Bridge Specialist is responsible for supporting a seamless transition for claimants whose disability may progress from Short Term Disability (STD) to Long Term Disability (LTD). Guided by our purpose - always with you building a more confident future - and our New Frontier strategy focused on stronger growth, attractive returns and all-weather performance, this is an exciting opportunity to partner closely with claimants and internal/external resources to assess ongoing disability, document the file appropriately, set expectations, and ensure bridging actions are completed timely and accurately. In this role, the Bridge Specialist is required to exercise independent judgment, critical thinking skills, exemplary customer service skills as well as effective inventory management skills. Key Responsibilities Lead complex disability claim adjudication across the STD‑to‑LTD transition by applying contractual provisions, regulatory requirements, and sound judgment to ensure accurate liability decisions while supporting appropriate return‑to‑work outcomes. Create clear, thorough claim documentation, correspondence, and action plans that synthesize medical, vocational, and non‑medical information to support well‑reasoned, compliant, and defensible claim determinations. Oversee high‑quality, timely claim reviews and evaluations in a fast‑paced environment, ensuring alignment with plan provisions, state and Department of Insurance regulations, and MetLife quality and customer service standards. Manage the most complex assigned caseload independently, delivering consistent results through effective prioritization, proactive claimant engagement, and accountability for end‑to‑end claim outcomes in a virtual work environment. Develop return‑to‑work opportunities by assessing functional capacity, medical and non‑medical barriers, and prognosis, building individualized strategies that leverage claimant capabilities within the terms of the disability contract. Coordinate across internal and external partners—including claimants, physicians, attorneys, clinical and vocational consultants, Fraud, Waste and Abuse resources, Unit Leaders, and leadership teams—to clarify inconsistencies, support investigations, mentor new hires, and contribute to team performance, quality improvement, and talent development initiatives. Required Qualifications Prior experience with independent judgement and decision making while relying on the available facts. Demonstrated use of critical thinking and analysis when reviewing information. 3+ years of STD/LTD Claims experience. Creative problem‑solving abilities and the ability to think outside the box. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both verbal and written form. Excellent customer service skills proven through internal and external customer interactions. Demonstrated conceptual thinking, risk management, ability to handle complex situations effectively. Organizational and time management skills. Ability to effectively manage multiple systems and technology resources. Preferred Qualifications Call center experience in an insurance setting. Ability to give and receive feedback to/from partners. College or University degree. Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process. MetLife maintains a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr