Senior Claims Examiner - Workers Compensation

Excellence In Everything We TouchPosition SummaryInvestigate 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.ResponsibilitiesInterprets 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.RequirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience.Technical claims investigations/settling experience with 4-8 years experience in Claims or similar organization.Workers Compensation (WC) Adjuster License required according to jurisdictional requirements.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.PreferredIndustry designations such as IIA, AIC, AEI and/or CPCU.About UsBecause 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.Crawford & Company participates in E-Verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V Crawford & Company is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Crawford via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Crawford HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Crawford. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Crawford as a result of the referral or through other means.Seniority level

Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

Finance and SalesIndustriesInsurance

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