Experienced Total Loss Claim Representative

Who Are We?

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range

$51,000.00 - $84,200.00

Target Openings

1

What Is the Opportunity?

This position is responsible for handling Personal and Business insurance Auto and Specialty/Heavy Equipment Total Loss claims through resolution/settlement and payment process. This includes applying laws and statutes for multiple state jurisdictions. Determines the value through collaboration with appraisal expert. May include additional complexities related to unique coverage and/or damage issues (i.e.: police equipment within the car, tools or other equipment attached to vehicle). Provides quality claim handling including maintaining full compliance with internal and external quality standards and state specific regulations.

What Will You Do?

• Customer Contacts/Experience:
• Delivers consistent service quality throughout the claim life cycle, including but not limited to prompt contact, explaining the process, setting expectations, on-going communication, follow-through and meeting commitments to achieve optimal outcome on every file. Fulfills specific service commitments made to certain accounts, as outlined in Special Account Communication (SAC).
• Coverage Analysis:
• Reviews controlling claim handlers' coverage determination, summarizes the review and seeks clarification as needed. Recognizes additional coverage issues (i.e. covered equipment, endorsements).
• Investigation/Evaluation:
• Contacts all appropriate parties to gather supporting documents necessary to negotiate and settle the claim within authority level (i.e.; obtaining the title, keys, and other required documentation).
• Properly manages Total Loss settlement process and rental expenses by working closely with appraisers, rental facilities, body shops, and salvage vendors. Manages deductibles and limits. Controls damages through the proper use of cost containment tools (i.e. mitigate storage, expenses, rental).
• Reserving:
• Establishes timely and maintains appropriate claim and expense reserves. Manages file inventory and expense reserves by utilizing an effective diary system, documenting claim file activities to resolve claim in a timely manner.
• Negotiation/Resolution:
• Determines settlement amounts based upon appraisal estimate, negotiates and conveys claim settlements within authority limits to insureds and claimants. As appropriate, writes denial letters and other necessary correspondence to insureds and claimants.
• Insurance License:
• In order to perform the essential functions of this job, acquisition and maintenance of Insurance License(s) may be required to comply with state and Travelers requirements. Generally, license(s) must be obtained within three months of starting the job and obtain ongoing continuing education credits as mandated.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2 years auto claim handling experience preferred.
• Prior experience handling Total Loss claims a plus.
• Demonstrated ownership attitude and customer centric response to all assigned tasks
• Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment managing multiple priorities
• Attention to detail ensuring accuracy
• Ability to effectively handle conflict
• Keyboard skills and Windows proficiency, including Excel and Word - Intermediate
• Verbal and written communication skills - Intermediate
• Analytical Thinking- Intermediate
• Judgment/Decision Making- Intermediate
• Negotiation- Intermediate
• Insurance Contract Knowledge-Basic
• Value Determination- Basic
• Settlement Techniques-Basic

What is a Must Have?

• High School Degree or GED with a minimum of one year auto claim handling experience or successful completion of Travelers Claim Representative training program required.

What Is in It for You?

• Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
• Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
• Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
• Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
• Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

Employment Practices

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that we can deliver the very best products and services when our workforce reflects the diverse customers and communities we serve. We are committed to recruiting, retaining and developing the diverse talent of all of our employees and fostering an inclusive workplace, where we celebrate differences, promote belonging, and work together to deliver extraordinary results.

In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

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