Workers Compensation Claims Specialist

Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Rancho Cordova
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Zurich is growing our Workers Compensation Claims team in California! - We have multiple opportunities available to work out of our Rancho Cordova or Woodland Hills office in California or to work out of your home in the Phoenix Arizona area. - If you are ready for a career move, consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an excellent work/life balance, terrific benefits including an incentive plan, 401K match and a second 401K company contribution, -flexible work options, summer hours and a great culture.The Claims Specialist, with moderate direction will handle California Workers Compensation Claims of moderate to high exposure and complexity. This position will resolve claims according to Best Practices and within authority limits -by following established protocols to ensure that claims are handled in the most efficient, effective way while delivering a customer-centric claims service. - They will regularly communicate with customers and brokers and may be dedicated to handle claims for specific accounts. -Client Externally Focused - The job's core deliverables rely on delivering service to external clients and/or customers. Typically involves building relationships and promoting the company.We are currently considering talent for our Claims Specialist and our Sr. Claims Specialist.Basic Qualifications for the Workers Compensation Claims Specialist:

• Bachelor's Degree and 3 or more years of Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling Texas claimsOR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree and 3 or more years of Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling Texas claimsOR
• Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 3 or more years of -Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling Texas claimsOR
• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of -Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling Texas claimsAND
• Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
• Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and products
• Microsoft Office experience -Basic Qualifications for the Sr. Workers Compensation Claims Specialist:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 6 or more -years -of Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling California claimsOR
  • Juris Doctor and 2 or more -years -of Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling California claimsOR
  • Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree with 6 or more -years -of Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling California claimsOR
  • Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 6 or more -years -of Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling California claimsOR
  • High School Diploma Equivalent and 8 or more -years -of Workers Compensation claims handling experience -to include experience handling California claimsAND
  • Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
  • Microsoft Office experience
  • Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and productsPreferred Qualifications: - -
    • AIC, SCLA and/or CPCU designation
    • Strong communications, analytical, negotiation and customer service skills
    • Advanced data gathering and problem solving skills
    • Ability to multi-task and adapt to a changing environment
    • Strong organization and time management skills
    • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
    • Ability to effectively present information to LOB manager, claimants and customersAs a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols (), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or negative COVID test results when allowable, to a third-party vendor. These are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time. - -A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500 -. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click to learn more. -As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet - -Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission. - -Location(s): AM - Rancho Cordova, AM - Woodland Hills, AM - PhoenixRemote Working: NoSchedule: Full Time -Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-KO1 -

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