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Senior Claims Representative - Business Insurance

20457

We are Farmers!

We are… more than just your favorite commercials. We are a passionate, award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture! We are Farmers!

 

Do you thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy the challenge of a position where no two days are alike? We are looking for positive, high-energy professionals who are not just looking for a job, but a meaningful career!

 

At Farmers, our ambition is to be the leader in delivering peace of mind, innovating for customers whenever and wherever they need us. That means having people like you who can help us evolve to meet changing customer and business needs. Continuous development is critical to our success at Farmers; that means being curious, continually innovating, being open to new opportunities and embracing change. As the needs of our business and customers change, and you acquire needed experience, you may have opportunities to use your knowledge and skills in a different role. As you take on these new challenges, Farmers is committed to providing you with the necessary training and support along your career journey.

 

Workplace: Hybrid ( #LI-Hybrid )

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

About the role...

  • Investigates, determines liability, confirms coverage, establishes damages, and negotiates settlement of claims.
  • Will also be required to maintain an active adjusters license in states where required.

What you'll accomplish...

  • Conducts investigation on assigned cases including complex coverage issues determines liability, identifies subrogation rights, establishes damages, prepares cases for arbitration, reports status, attends settlement conferences as directed, and negotiates settlement (has authority to make payment of assigned claims within prescribed limits).
  • Adjusts all types of claims including bodily injury, property damage, multiple line coverage and property.
  • Inspects damaged property, and determines claim related damage. Estimates the cost of repair or replacement of damaged or stolen property.
  • Determines and reports on subrogation potential.
  • Initiates the sale of personal property, and miscellaneous salvage items.
  • Reports theft, fraud and arson losses as required to state and industry agencies. Assists and trains agents under the Agency Claims Training Program.
  • Assists in training or less experienced Commercial Claims Representatives.
  • Performs most duties on an individual basis, and work has a direct bearing on Management results.
  • Represents the Company from a public relations standpoint and must conduct oneself as a member of Management at all times.
  • Contacts are a major part of activity and include policyholders, claimants, agents, witnesses, contractors, police and fire departments, state and county fraud and arson personnel, special investigators, attorneys, expert witnesses, members of the medical profession and all other persons incident to the investigation and processing of claims.
  • Analyzes detailed coverage issues and is responsible for complex investigation on litigated and unlitigated cases; reads and understands plaintiff complaints and petitions, insurance contracts and indemnity agreements.
  • Responsible for high dollar exposure in both indemnity and expense.
  • Promotes safety at all times and complies with safety/ergonomic standards as outlined in relevant company published manuals.
  • Performs other functions as assigned.

Physical actions...

BendingPullingSorting Carrying up to 20 lbs. PushingSpeaking (English) ClimbingReachingStanding Key enteringReading (English)Walking KneelingSeeingWriting (English)

Physical environment...

  • Required job duties are normally performed in a climate- controlled office environment, but with exposure to some or all of the following environments when in the field: Uncontrolled outside environmental conditions Excessive Noise Levels Chemicals Chemical/Biological Conditions Moving Mechanical Parts Areas considered dangerous Conditions, which could affect the respiratory system or skin such as: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, oils, smoke, soot, or poor ventilation.

Education needed...

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience needed...

  • Commercial General Liability experience.
  • Experience handling environmental, mold/high exposure complex losses.
  • Commercial Bodily Injury Claims preferred.
  • Litigation experience preferred.

Special skills needed...

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Goal oriented team player with a positive attitude.
  • Proven time management skills.
  • Strong relationship building.
  • Personal Computer Literate.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Bondable.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
    o CA Only: $64,480 - $92,700
    o CO Only: $60,080 - $80,100 
    o NY Only: $60,080 - $92,700 
             o Albany County: $64,080 - $80,100 
    o WA Only:  $65,478 - $107,250 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): US - AZ - Phoenix-Farmers, US - CA - WdlndHills-6303, US - TX - Dallas-DallasPy, US - MI - Caledonia KLake, US - DE - Wilmington, US - KS - OC1-17000 W 119, US - NY - Troy, US - OK - OklaCty-Memrl, US - RI - Warwick, US - OH - Dayton, US - OR - Tigard-6600, US - WA - Bellevue-139th, US - CO - Englewood, US - MO - KansasCty-104th, US - CA - Pleasanton, US - CO - Denver-Hampden, US - FL - Ft Lauderdale, US - IL - Lisle, US - MN - Eagan, US - NY - Garden City, US - OH - Indpdc-OakTree

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.


Nearest Major Market: Phoenix

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