Claims Examiner

Auto Liability Claims Examiner

The auto liability claims department is looking for an experienced Auto Liability Claims Examiner individual contributor to handle moderate complexity auto claims in a fast paced energetic environment within our organization. This position requires an understanding and knowledge of litigation management in multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will routinely handle claims involving liability/coverage issues, and litigated matters including some reserved in excess of $250,000. This position is a hybrid in-office position preferrably in Jersey City, NJ but could also be based in our offices in Philadelphia, PA; Chicago, IL, Boston, MA or Irving, TX.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct the necessary investigation to determine coverage, liability and damages.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and settle assigned property damage or bodily injury claims within authority granted, or seek authority for those claims in excess of authority.
• Handle claims from assignment to conclusion, develop action plans to manage case for early resolution.
• Handle property damage aspect of files from beginning to conclusion, including total loss vehicles.
• Provide direction and guidance to defense attorneys to develop an effective and cost-efficient litigation plan.
• Provide a positive customer service experience.
• Maintain a current diary on outstanding claims.
• Prepare large loss reports as needed.
• Meet or exceed objectives for reserving standards, quality audits, closing ratio, expense controls, Medicare compliance.
• Maintain all adjuster licenses by attending CE courses as required.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Qualifications include:

• 4-year college degree with a concentration in business, law, public administration or insurance preferred.
• Advanced industry designations such as AIC, CCP, or CPCU preferred.
• 5+ years of experience handling claims in Commercial Lines. The individual must be able to identify and address coverage issues and complete an investigation to determine liability/exposure.
• 2+ years of experience handling litigated injury claims.
• Ability to work independently and handle cases with moderate supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as having the ability to present complex matters to upper management as needed.
• Self-motivated and results oriented. Capable of working with internal and external teams and partners.
• The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Additional Company Details:

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees which for this role include: Base Salary Range: $85,000-$115,000. Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus. Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role