Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Primary purpose:
To oversee technical and operational functions including compliance with company standards and industry best practices; to ensure consistent delivery of quality services; to oversee staffing and training needs; and to oversee budget preparation and profit and loss management. Has direct responsibility for less than 25 colleagues.

Our teams connect! We collaborate onsite and have a hybrid work arrangement. All candidates must live near one of our centers of excellence:
Dublin, OH : 5500 Glendon Court Dublin OH 43016
Chicago, IL : 175 W. Jackson Blvd. 12th Fl. Chicago IL 60604

• Oversee internal quality review process and report monthly.
• Assure compliance with client internal controls, audit requirements and service agreement requirements.
• Establish a business plan with goals and objectives for assigned clients.
• Ensure claims management policies and procedures are followed to meet service standards, state statutes/regulations, disability plan document, industry best practices and client service requirements.
• Establish and maintain client contacts.

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support the organization's quality program(s).
• Travel as required.

• Administer company personnel policies in all areas and follow company staffing standards and training recommendations.
• Interview, hire and establish colleague performance development plans; conduct colleague performance discussions.
• Provide support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.

Education & Licensing

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Licenses as required. Professional certifications appropriate to line of business preferred.

Experience

• Eight (8) years claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years supervisory experience.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Leadership/management/motivational skills
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required.

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking.

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. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $71,329.00 - $85,000.00 USD Annual.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug‑Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.