Administrative Assistant

IAT Insurance Group•Norristown, PA

34d•$15 - $33•Hybrid

About The Position

IAT has an immediate opening for a full time Administrative Assistant in our Norristown, Pennsylvania or Newark, New Jersey location. This role works a hybrid schedule from our office. The hybrid schedule requires working in the office with colleagues and other disciplines Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working Thursday and Friday remotely, reflecting our values of thinking and acting like an owner, collaboration, and teamwork. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing support to several claims professionals

Requirements

High School degree
Dependable/punctual
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively with lawyers, company employees and external clients
Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Proficiency with MS Office software (e.g. MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Access) and ability to learn and follow company claims systems and procedures
To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of insurance company claims processes (investigation, contract interpretation, negotiation, and knowledge of relevant laws) is desirable, however we are willing to train the right candidate

Responsibilities

Setting up surety claims files
Preparing our initial responses to new surety bond claims by generating and mailing correspondence
Calendaring important milestone dates for new claims.
Assisting claims handlers with managing litigation
Serving as an important point of contact for communications with claimants, bond principals and other parties
Maintaining electronic files by scanning documents and then classifying and saving them to our electronic claims system
Achieving, after training, proficiency in our company processes and systems, including the AS400 claims system
Handling confidential information professionally and consistent with IAT policies

Benefits

26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
Hybrid work environment
Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
Healthcare and Wellness Programs
Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
College Loan Assistance Support Plan
Educational Assistance Program
Mentorship Program
Dress for Your Day Policy