Experienced Property Desk Adjuster - Remote
About the position
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. It's an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. It's having support for your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive. A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you're someone who cares, there's a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work. As an Experienced Property Desk Adjuster, you will handle losses and claims for property and casualty insurers. Your primary responsibilities will include examining insurance policies and other records to determine coverage, interviewing claimants and witnesses, consulting police and hospital records, estimating costs of repair or compensation, preparing reports, negotiating settlements, and recommending litigation when necessary. You will also assist in preparing loss experience reports to help determine profitability and calculate adequate future rates.
Responsibilities
Examine insurance policies and other records to determine insurance coverage.
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Interview, telephone, and/or correspond with claimants and witnesses regarding claims.
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Consult police and hospital records and inspect property damage to determine the extent of the company's liability.
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Estimate cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
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Prepare report of findings and negotiate settlement with claimant.
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Recommend litigation by legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.
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Attend litigation hearings.
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Revise case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.
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Assist in preparing loss experience report to help determine profitability and calculate adequate future rates.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required.
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Appropriate state adjuster license is required.
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3 or more years of property claims adjusting preferred.
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Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
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PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
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Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting.
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Strong customer service skills.
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Strong interpersonal skills.
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Attention to detail and accuracy.
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Good time management and organizational skills.
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Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
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Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies.
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