Sr Claim Examiner- WC

About the role

Investigate and settle advanced, large loss, complex claims promptly and equitably under minimal supervision. Works within established authority on moderate-to-difficult claims. Reviews coverages, determines liability and compensability, secures information, arranges property damage appraisals and settles claims utilizing claims best practices. Evaluates and sets reserves using independent judgment. Assists supervisor and company attorneys in preparing cases for litigations. Conducts training and mentors new hires.

Why Crawford? Because a claim is more than a number - it’s a person, a child, a friend. It’s anyone who looks to Crawford on their worst days. And by helping to restore their lives, we are helping to restore our community - one claim at a time. At Crawford, employees are empowered to grow, emboldened to act and inspired to innovate. Our industry-leading team pioneers new solutions for the industries and customers we serve. We’re looking for the next generation of leaders to take this journey with us. We hail from more than 70 countries and speak dozens of languages, reflecting the global fabric of the audience we serve. Though our reach is vast, we proudly operate as One Crawford: united in purpose, vision and values. Learn more at www.crawco.com.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and makes decisions using independent judgment on more complex and unusual policy coverages and determines if coverages apply to claims submitted.
• Manages all aspects of investigative activity on complex claims.
• Directs the discovery and litigation strategy with legal counsel.
• Analyzes claims activity and prepares reports for clients/carriers and management.
• Establish reserves, using independent judgment and expertise and authorizes payments within scope of authority, settling claims in the most cost effective manner and ensuring timely issuance of disbursements.
• Settles claims promptly and equitably and issues company drafts in payments for claims within authority limits.
• Develops subrogation and third party recovery potential and follows reclaim procedures.
• Analyzes claims activities and prepares reports for clients, carriers and/or management.
• Participates in claim reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Industry designations preferred but not required (IIA, AIC, AEI and/or CPCU).
• Technical claims investigations/settling experience with 4-8 years experience in Claims or similar organization.
• Ability to work independently while assimilating various technical subjects.
• Strong written and oral communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Effective advanced interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external clients.
• Workers Compensation (WC) Adjuster License required according to jurisdictional requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Prescription Drugs
• HSA, HRA, and FSA Accounts
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Supplemental Health Benefits
• Enhanced Mental Health Support
• Virtual Physical Therapy
• Caregiving Services
• Life Assistance Program
• Training programs that promote continuous learning and career progression while enhancing job performance
• Sustainability programs that give back to the communities in which we live and work
• A culture of respect, collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit and inclusion

Pay

Competitive base pay - The Pay Range/Salary represents the anticipated low and high pay that may be offered for this position. To determine the actual offer, Crawford considers a wide range of factors including the candidate’s previous experience and education, market rates, minimum pay requirements for the applicable jurisdiction, business segment, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. Bonus/Incentive Pay and other Performance-Based Rewards,