Senior Claims Adjuster Attorney

DescriptionRobert Half Legal is actively sourcing for an on-going client in the Insurance industry. The corporation is looking for a new Senior Claims Adjusters for a temporary-to-full-time position. This role would be a great opportunity to get back into the workforce with a top company in the industry. If you are available and interested, please review the required skills below and apply with your resume.Job Scope: Provide the effective adjustment of claims. Communicating with clients, collaborating with underwriters on claims issues when appropriate and effectively liaising with brokers and third parties in the adjustment of claims, consistent with company strategy and regulatory and legal compliance.Job Details:Technical Claims Handling:Operate within your approved claims authority at all times.

Ensure claims are handled in accordance with local law/jurisdiction.

Ensure strong working knowledge of Brit policy forms and understand underwriting intent.Adequately gather and analyze sufficient information to make an appropriate liability decision.

Ensure that potential recoveries from third parties are investigated and pursued.

Ensure reserves for outstanding claims are set on a timely basis and based on best efforts and estimates, the appreciable facts and information available at the time and the likely outcome of the claim.

Ensure that documentation is consistently contained in the file and adequately supports the loss and expense payments made.

Strategic Claims Handling:Properly monitor defense counsel, including the quality and timeliness of reports and appropriateness of defense strategy.

Develop a pathway to resolution, obtain necessary settlement authority and effectively pursue settlement opportunities.

Third Party Management:Ensure TPA’s for which you have oversight responsibility adhere to BGS Claims Guidelines and Lloyd’s Minimum Standards.

If you are available and interested, please submit your resume for immediate consideration.RequirementsJob Requirements4 year college degree preferable.

AIC or equivalent, or progression towards qualification.

Strong claims adjusting experience, with ability to handle complex coverage issues and high exposure claims.

Experience adjusting both property (preferably in the Public & Non-Profit sector) and marine (inland and ocean) claims.

A commitment to continuous personal and detail oriented development.

Knowledge and understanding of product features, benefits, exclusions and warranties and application to various situations.

Understandings of the legal principles giving rise to subrogation.

Basic knowledge of principles of risk management.

Effective prioritization and organizational skills in order to meet timescales.

Advanced literacy and numeric skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Office with the ability to learn new systems.

Excellent persuasion, influencing and negotiation skills.

If you are available and interested, please submit your resume for immediate consideration.Robert Half Legal matches legal professionals and consultants with remote or on-site jobs on a full-time, project and temporary basis, serving both law firms and corporate legal departments. We also provide teams for complex projects, including litigation, eDiscovery, data privacy, and mergers and acquisitions.Our experienced staffing professionals can promote you to employers and advocate on your behalf. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. For more opportunities, get the Robert Half app and receive instant notifications when our AI matches your skills and experience with jobs.When you work with us, you’re working with the best. Robert Half has been recognized as one of FORTUNE’s “Most Admired Companies” every year since 1998 and was named to Forbes’ inaugural list of America’s Best Temporary Staffing Firms.Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.5592. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information.© Robert Half Legal. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project attorneys do not constitute a law firm among themselves. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use).Salary: DOELocation: CHICAGO, ILDate Posted: January 4, 2021Employment Type: TemporaryJob Reference: 01300-0011657859Staffing Area: Legal