Business Lines Field Property Claims Adjuster

Pay Philosophy
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

Description
Property Adjusters investigate commercial property claims, evaluate damages, determine coverage, set accurate loss cost estimates, control the insured's exposures and losses, manage consultants, and achieve a prompt, fair and equitable settlement according to fair claims handling requirements. Negotiate settlement of claims with varying complexity and perils.

There is a potential for up to a $7,500 Sign On Bonus.

The bulk of the work for this role will be central to Memphis, TN area, however the travel could extend up to four hours in either direction.

To be successful in the role, candidates should live within this area or very close to it.

Training is a critical component to your success and that success starts with reliable attendance. Attendance and active engagement during training is mandatory

Responsibilities:

Conducts a prompt, thorough and fair investigation by obtaining relevant facts to determine coverage, origin, and extent of loss. Reviews and utilizes financial statements to adjust moderately sized business interruption losses.
Conduct on-site appraisal or direct independent adjuster to determine facts relevant causation, damages and exposure.
Engages and manages consultants and independent adjusters as required. Monitors the costs to ensure they are reasonable and necessary.
Establishes and maintains accurate loss cost estimates and reserves for each claim for reporting, financial records, and other purposes.
Keeps the Insured and others informed about the claim's status with clear, timely and accurate written/oral communications. Effectively communicates in writing on moderately complex coverage issues with minimal review and coaching. Determines depreciation of claim.
Affirms or denies coverage of the claim based on the facts and the policy terms and conditions. Develops information necessary to make advance, partial and final payments when appropriate.
Meet time requirements of the policy and fair claims handling practices.
Effectively negotiate settlement of claims of varying complexity and perils. Achieves a prompt, fair and equitable settlement of a claim, where there is policy liability.
Keeps the electronic claim file properly documented with accurate, clear and timely information and reports that reflect the adjustment activities and substantiate any payments made.
May participate in quality assurance file review sessions and serve as a technical resource for less experienced claims personnel.
Will be called upon for catastrophe duty.
Qualifications
Knowledge of property insurance; commercial property claims; coverage evaluation; claims investigation, loss assessment, evaluation and reserves; financial analyses; insurance regulations; negotiation and settlement of moderate complexity claims; other skills required in a focus on customers; decision making; results oriented; spoken communication; and adaptability; an ability to build relationships, mentoring and training less experienced team members, listen (i.e., comprehend nuances and acknowledge others' viewpoints), write business correspondence, produce accurate work, manage projects, manage vendors; and use core applications/spreadsheets as normally acquired through a bachelor's degree or equivalent; successful completion of required internal training programs and AIC (Associate in Claims) module 33; and at least 18 months of progressively responsible experience.

Ability and willingness to travel to the site of a catastrophe for assignments that may last several weeks.
About Us
This position may have in-office requirements depending on candidate location.

At Liberty Mutual, our purpose is to help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow. That's why we provide an environment focused on openness, inclusion, trust and respect. Here, you'll discover our expansive range of roles, and a workplace where we aim to help turn your passion into a rewarding profession.

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