Entry-level Claims Call Center Specialist
Warrior Insurance Network · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
OTHR$16–$17/hrFull-time
About the role
This position is designed for individuals with claims, insurance, or high-volume call center experience. The Claims Call Center Specialist serves as a knowledgeable first point of contact for insureds, claimants, attorneys, carriers, and other parties reporting or inquiring about claims.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional, knowledgeable, and empathetic service to insureds, claimants, attorneys, carriers, and other callers.
- Receive and document initial reports of accidents and losses accurately and efficiently.
- Gather detailed loss information and ensure claim documentation is complete and accurate.
- Review and verify policy information and recognize potential coverage concerns for referral to the appropriate claims professional.
- Guide customers through the claims process and respond to a variety of claim-related questions.
- Refer insureds and claimants for estimates when appropriate.
- Route claims and calls to the appropriate claims unit based on the circumstances of the loss.
- Aid claims adjusters by providing timely information and support to customers.
- Apply working knowledge of insurance terminology, policies, coverage, and claims procedures when assisting callers.
- Handle challenging or escalated customer interactions professionally and determine when additional assistance is necessary.
- Maintain established productivity, quality, documentation, and customer service standards while managing incoming call volume.
- Assist with special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned.
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource to less-experienced team members when appropriate.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous customer service experience.
- Prior experience in insurance, claims, or a high-volume call center environment.
- Strong verbal communication and phone skills.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle difficult or escalated customer interactions professionally.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
- Data entry and typing proficiency of at least 30 WPM.
- Proficiency with PC applications and the ability to navigate multiple systems simultaneously.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
Warrior Insurance Network (WIN) provides a competitive benefits package to all full-time employees, including:
- 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
Estimated Compensation Range: $16/hr-$17/hr*