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Sr. Property Field Adjuster- Bilingual Fr/En
PRIMARY
PURPOSE:
To handle losses and claims for property and casualty insurers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Examines insurance policies and other records todetermineinsurance coverage.
Interviews, telephones, and/orcorrespondswith claimant and witnessesregardingclaim.
Consults police and hospital records and inspects property damage todetermineextent ofcompany'sliability and varying methods of investigation according to type of insurance.
Estimates cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
Prepares report of findings and negotiates settlement with claimant.
Recommends litigation bylegaldepartment when settlement cannot be negotiated.
Attends litigation hearings.
Revisescase reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.
Assistsin preparing loss experience report to helpdetermineprofitability andcalculatesadequate future rates.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Licensing
Manages comprehensive desktop investigation of assigned claims while meeting company standards and quality, including obtaining all required loss details and relevant information;determiningcoverage and validity ofclaims, andcommunicating withinsured and claimants; preparing reports and negotiating settlements
Maintainsaccuraterecords based on company standards and procedures, using company custom computer systems
Identifiesthe need and co-ordination of task assignmentsutilizingfield adjusters
Reviews and interprets policy wording to confirm and apply coverage of losses
Accurately and efficiently manages the billing for assigned files, within specified timelines
Maintains an excellent working relationship with existing clients to further develop business
Committed to continuous education to keepup to datewith all industry and legislative issues and changes
Enrolled in CIP program
Experience
1to2yearexperience
Proven adjusting, negotiating skills and analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Advanced computer skills including office,outlookandweb-basedapplications
Skills & Knowledge
Strong oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Demonstrated commitment totimelyreporting
Strong customer service skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good timemanagement and organizational skills
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Managementretainsthe discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
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The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
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