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 Field Property Adjuster- Barrie/North GTA, your primary purpose will be to handle losses and claims for property and casualty insurers.
Responsibilities:
- Examine insurance policies and other records to determine insurance coverage.
- Interview, telephone, and correspond with claimants and witnesses regarding claims.
- Consult police and hospital records and inspect property damage to determine the extent of company's liability.
- Estimate the cost of repair, replacement, or compensation.
- Prepare reports of findings and negotiate settlements with claimants.
- Recommend litigation by the legal department when settlements cannot be negotiated.
- Attend litigation hearings.
- Revise case reserves in assigned claims files to cover probable costs.
- Assist in preparing loss experience reports to help determine profitability and calculate adequate future rates.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education & Licensing:
- Manage comprehensive desktop investigations of assigned claims.
- Maintain accurate records based on company standards and procedures.
- Identify the need for and coordinate task assignments utilizing field adjusters.
- Review and interpret policy wording to confirm and apply coverage of losses.
- Accurately and efficiently manage billing for assigned files.
- Maintain excellent working relationships with existing clients.
- Commit to continuous education to stay up-to-date with industry and legislative issues.
- Enrolled in CIP program.
Experience:
- 1-2 years of experience.
- Proven adjusting, negotiating, and analytical skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Advanced computer skills, including office, Outlook, and web-based applications.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- PC literacy, including Microsoft Office products.
- Demonstrated commitment to timely reporting.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Compensation Information: The salary range for this position is $55,000 - $60,000 CAD annually.