Sr. 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 that can be
filled in our Rancho Cordova or Woodland Hills offices in
California to handle claims for a cutting- edge Clean Energy
Company. -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 Sr. Claims
Specialist, will handle -California -Workers Compensation Claims of
high- -exposure and complexity. This position -will investigate,
determine applicable coverage and liability and document claim
files in order to justify payment of final decision. They will also
set appropriate reserves within their authority level and stay up
to date and comply with special handling requirements. - They will
be responsible to develop and maintain positive customer
relationships; anticipate customer needs and monitor trends in
order to recommend improvements.They will regularly communicate
with customers and brokers and may be dedicated to handle claims
for specific accounts.Basic Qualifications:
- 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:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving
skills
- Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills
- Experience collaborating in a team environment and building
cross functional working relationships
- Proactively shares and promotes sharing of insights
- Ability to gather unique perspectives from other
teams/functions to optimize outcomes.
- Understands, analyzes, and applies the component parts of an
insurance policy for complex claims
- Ability to follow reserving process for indemnity and expense
in analyzing the potential exposure of complex claims
- Ability to determine the scope and exposure for complex
claims
- Ability to leverage trend and relationships to provide
high-quality customer service
- Well-versed in identifying, understanding and explaining
complex financial and/or actuarial trends/concepts.
- Ability to effectively communicate coverage determinations to
customers/clients/brokers for complex claims
- Ability to direct counsel on an ongoing basis to guide the
course of complex litigation and settlement strategiesAs 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
HillsRemote Working: NoSchedule: Full Time -Linkedin Recruiter Tag:
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