Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster - Remote in KY

Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster
- Remote in KY

Position: Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster
- Remote in KY

Location: Remote

Job : 1160

# of Openings: 1

Charles Taylor is a highly successful global provider of professional services to the insurance industry. We are looking for an experienced Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster to join our growing Kentucky team. Kentucky residency is preferred, though qualified candidates from neighboring areas may also be considered.

The Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster is responsible for the investigation, evaluation, and settlement of bodily injury liability claims. The right candidate must verify coverage, determine liability, maintain timely correspondence and determine the best course of action with medium levels of autonomy, while working closely with clients, claimants, and attorneys as an experienced claims professional.

• Investigate new claims and initiate timely contacts with clients, claimants and legal counsel to determine appropriate actions to be taken.
• Read and comprehend insurance policies. Properly evaluate liability, address time limit demands appropriately.
• Communicate with injured individuals, their attorneys, healthcare providers, and other involved parties.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants and attorneys and draw up contracts.
• Report to clients and excess carrier requests regarding claim status and follow through on recommended actions.
• Maintain detailed records of claims, including investigation findings, communication logs, and settlement details.
• Prepare for and attend hearings or trials when necessary.
• Remain in direct compliance with company policies and procedures, including MMSEA reporting.
• Maintain active adjuster license in states where this is required.
• Ability to utilize Windows-based claims systems and Microsoft type applications.
• Meet with clients and account management to conduct claim reviews. This involves account location visits to present cost reports, reserves, active claims and settlement recommendations.

• Working knowledge of insurance policies and legal procedures for claims in Kentucky.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience handling, negotiating, and settling complex bodily injury and liability claims, including litigation management and coordination with defense counsel, preferably within the State of Kentucky.
• Ability to assess complex situations, evaluate evidence, and make informed decisions regarding liability and claim value.
• Experience with medical terminology is essential.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence in negotiating settlements to reach mutually agreeable outcomes.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service and telephone skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple claims while meeting deadlines.
• College degree is preferred.
• Continuing education and seminars related to changing claim laws.

Competitive salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and 401(k) with match.

At Charles Taylor, our values define our identity, principles and conduct. This person will demonstrate and champion Charles Taylor Values by ensuring Agility, Integrity, Care, Accountability and Collaboration.

We provide an environment of mutual respect with zero tolerance to discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/family status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We are proud to be an inclusive employer.