Description
By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected.
As a Property Desk Adjuster in Dallas, TX, you will handle losses and claims valued up to $15,000 for property and casualty insurers through the thorough examination of documents, records, loss reports, and other relevant documentation. You will efficiently manage a case load using technology for efficient claim processing.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate insurance policies, claims forms, policies, endorsements, carrier instructions, and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Conduct thorough investigations, gather official reports as needed, consult police and hospital records, and inspect physical damage or written estimates for damages based on a conducted inspection to determine the extent of the company's liability.
- Interview, telephone, and/or correspond with claimants and witnesses regarding claims.
- Estimate the cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
- Prepare reports of findings and negotiate claim settlements by adhering to carrier instructions and obtaining necessary information.
- Issue settlement checks, file regulatory documents, and handle salvage and subrogation as applicable.
- Recommend litigation by the legal department when settlement cannot be negotiated.
- Attend litigation hearings and participate in depositions as necessary.
- Revise case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.
- Maintain an expected caseload efficiently.
- Utilize technology and automation tools for efficient claim handling.
- Send claims exceeding $15,000 gross loss amount to leadership for authority approval.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Must obtain IIA-AIC designation within 12 to 18 months in the role.
- Appropriate state adjuster license is required.
- Three years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- Prior experience handling property and casualty claims a plus but not required.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Empathetic claims handling demeanor
- Strong communication, analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
- Analytical and interpretive skills
- Negotiating skills
- Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate, and constructive written reports
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies