Leave and Disability Claims

Job Posting End Date:
November 30

When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive.

Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service solutions that enable employees at our client companies to thrive throughout life’s moments. And this starts with ensuring that every one of our team members enjoys opportunities to succeed both professionally and personally. To enable this, we provide:

• Award-winning culture
• Inclusion and diversity as a priority
• Performance Based Incentive Plans
• Competitive benefits package that includes:
  Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
• Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
• Mental health support
• Career advancement opportunities
• Student loan repayment options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work environments

* All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans.

And that’s just the beginning…

With 10,000 employees helping more than 39 million people worldwide, every role at Unum is meaningful and impacts the lives of our customers. Whether you’re directly supporting a growing family, or developing online tools to help navigate a difficult loss, customers are counting on the combined talents of our entire team. Help us help others, and join Team Unum today!

Minimum starting hourly rate is $22.12- $24.04

Training start date:
Jan 2026

We are looking for candidates to fill various roles related to managing leave requests and disability claims. When you apply, you'll be considered for positions such as Integrated Paid Leave Specialist, STD Benefits Specialist Trainee, Associate Leave Specialist, Eligibility Specialist and Associate Life Event Specialist. Your placement will depend on your qualifications and role availability. These positions help ensure that our company complies with leave laws and policies while providing top-notch service to our customers.

Each of these roles comes with a comprehensive training program, ensuring you gain all the knowledge and expertise needed.

These roles are perfect for those who have strong analytical skills, like to learn, and want to help the working world thrive. Join us to make a meaningful impact and grow your career.

This is a main campus based position, applicants will work in the Chattanooga, TN or Portland, ME office 3-5 days a week in office required.

• Handle leave, short-term disability (STD), or paid leave claims efficiently and accurately.
• Determine if employees are eligible for different types of leave, such as FMLA, PFML, and corporate-paid plans.
• Have an advanced understanding of compliance and regulations and use this to make fair decisions about eligibility and benefits.
• Create necessary communications to comply with federal, state, and company leave policies.
• Review medical certifications and other documents, consulting with internal teams as needed.
• Stay updated on changes in leave laws and industry practices.
• Maintain good relationships with employer contacts, HR administrators, and employees.
• Answer questions and resolve issues for employees and employers promptly.
• Work with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Meet standards for accuracy, quality, and service in managing claims and leaves.
• Provide excellent customer service by processing claims promptly and addressing inquiries quickly.

• A 4-year degree or relevant experience is preferred.
• Experience in medical, disability claims, or leave management is a plus.
• Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to use independent judgment and think critically in making decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (phone, email, and written).
• Proficiency with Windows and basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Access).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to make fair decisions quickly and efficiently.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.

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