Title:
Commercial Auto Claims Examiner - Warren, NJ
Company:
Everest Insurance Company
Job Category:
Claims
Job Description:
Everest Insurance, a member of Everest Re Group, Ltd., has an opportunity for a Claims professional to join our Commercial Auto Claims team located in our headquarters in Warren, NJ. This individual should possess the ability to handle mainstream Commercial Auto claims. More particularly, the ideal candidate will be able to analyze insurance coverage and liability and resolve claims according to certain Best Practices and within stated authority limits. This position will report to the Director of Commercial Auto Claims.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Reviewing and analyzing coverage and prepare appropriate coverage position letters
Investigation, analysis and evaluation of assigned claims, including Collision, PD, BI and Med Pay/PIP if applicable
Management and direction of outside counsel as well as reviewing and approving legal and/or expense budgets and bills
Preparation of case summary reports related to matters of significant reserve activity
Timely and appropriate setting of claim reserves
Development and execution of claim strategies as well as resolution strategies
Negotiation and resolution of claims
Determining and resolving workload and assignment issues to ensure effective claims processing, expense management and claims disposition
Identifying issues and trends in the portfolio; taking appropriate and/or corrective action where necessary; communicating trends to underwriters, insureds and brokers
Extensive communication with insureds, brokers, reinsurers, actuaries and business unit contacts
Attending client meetings and industry functions to support retention and development of client relationships and business
Qualifications, Education & Experience:
1-3 years of claims experience in Commercial Auto and current, working knowledge of jurisdictional laws and regulations
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Strong negotiation and investigation skills
Ability to evaluate coverage issues involving a wide variety of loss scenarios
Ability to think strategically
Currently holds or readily can obtain all required Adjuster Licenses
Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the legal and regulatory environment
Knowledge of claims handling or insurance legal statutes and procedures
Ability to identify and use relevant data and metrics to best manage claims
Collaborative mind-set and willingness to work with people outside immediate reporting hierarchy to improve processes and generate optimal departmental efficiency
Ability to and willingness to present to senior management and other group settings
Ability to influence others and resolve complex, disputed claims
Some travel is required
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
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Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Primary Location:
Warren, NJ
Additional Locations:
As an effective team member, employees at Everest Insurance must champion the Everest Insurance Culture:
- Collaboration: Open and transparent communication with customers and colleagues
- Thoughtful Assumption of Risk: Supporting the Everest goal of carefully writing profitable business by ensuring data quality, prompt and accurate feedback to Underwriters, and operational control throughout the enterprise.
- Execution: Delivering outstanding support to the organization through strong day-to-day business operations, effective project management, and careful oversight of vendors.
- Humility: Caring and respectful approach to service colleagues, customers, and the community.
- Leadership: By example, every day.
Everest is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, civil union status, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. As part of this commitment, Everest will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Everest Talent Acquisition at 1-908-604-3000.