Claims Specialist

Claims Specialist (Hybrid - Richmond, VA)

Join a fast-growing team transforming the travel industry as a Claims Specialist. In this role, you will help deliver a customer-first, best-in-class claims experience for travelers, ensuring exceptional service during both routine and emergency situations. This position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, process-driven, and passionate about providing outstanding customer support.

Working in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to develop your skills and expertise. This position is hybrid and based in Richmond, Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional claims service with a focus on empathy, accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Process and manage travel insurance claims from start to finish.
• Respond to incoming calls and digital inquiries from travelers across the U.S. and internationally.
• Provide real-time support for travel-related questions and emergency situations.
• Collect and monitor travel intelligence and relevant updates.
• Communicate with travel, medical, and other service providers as needed.
• Manage customer interactions across phone, email, and chat channels.
• Resolve customer concerns and complaints professionally and effectively.
• Complete customer requests in a timely and courteous manner.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and improve customer experiences.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in claims processing, insurance, or administrative support.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities and attention to detail.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Previous experience in claims, assistance, or a similar customer-focused role.
• Medical and/or travel industry experience is a plus.
• Must be local to Richmond, VA and able to work in the office at least three days per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.