Auto Property Damage Claims Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Auto Liability Claims Specialist to join our dynamic team at First Chicago Insurance Company. This role offers competitive salaries, a first-year hiring bonus, excellent benefits, and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Review and determine course of action on each file assigned, utilizing technical knowledge and experience for the purpose of supporting final disposition of a loss
• Conduct thorough investigations and keep accurate and relevant documentation of file activity on each claim assigned including coverage liability, status and damages that are applicable for each claim
• Honor/decline/negotiate first and third party liability claims upon completion of coverage/policy investigation and analysis of damages and liability
• Work directly with internal and external customers to develop evidence and establish facts on assigned claims
• Organize, plan and prioritize work activities to keep up with current assignments and to ensure prompt conclusion of claims
• Prepare and present claim evaluations for the appropriate settlement authority
• Notify the Underwriting Department of any adverse information uncovered in the course of the investigation
• Familiarity with unfair claim practices in states where doing business
• Handle other duties as assigned

Qualifications Required

• 2 years previous auto liability and PD claims experience A MUST!
• Non-Standard Auto Claims experience a plus, not required
• Minimum 5 years experience in auto liability and PD claims for Hybrid consideration.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication (verbal, written, phone) skills
• General working knowledge of policies, file procedures, state rules and regulations
• Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed Claims Adjuster

Preferred

• College degree
• Prior auto claims experience
• Ability to use on-line claims system
• Bi-lingual a plus!

Benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• Commitment to your Training & Development
• Medical and Dental and Vision Reimbursement
• Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine Benefit
• 401k with a generous company match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Fun company sponsored events
• And so much more!

Estimated Compensation Range: $41,600/year-$75,000/year*

*Published ranges are estimates. Offered compensation will be based on experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location. In addition, starting salary may vary by position depending on whether the position is in-office, hybrid or remote.