Auto Property Damage Claims Specialist

FCIC•Bedford Park, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you unhappy at your present job? Are you going nowhere in your current position? Is it time for a change? Are you an experienced Auto Liability Claims Specialist looking to join a growing company where you will be rewarded for your hard work, and have future upward career growth opportunities? If you answered YES to the above, it's time to talk to First Chicago Insurance Company! We offer: Competitive Salaries Excellent benefits Growth opportunities! Apply only if you consider yourself a career professional who loves to work, because we work hard here! If you are an experienced AUTO CLAIMS PROFESSIONAL (with many years of auto and especially nonstandard auto related experience) we'll make sure you are COMPENSATED AS A PROFESSIONAL!! We have openings in our Bedford Park, IL and Oak Brook, IL offices! This talented individual must possess previous experience in the investigation, determination of coverage, prompt evaluation of both First and Third Party auto property damage claims with an eye towards prompt, courteous and economical resolution of both First and Third Party related property damage claims.

Requirements

4 years previous auto liability and PD claims experience A MUST!
Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication (verbal, written, phone) skills
General working knowledge of policies, file procedures, state rules and regulations
Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed Claims Adjuster
On-Site position.

Nice To Haves

Prior Non-Standard Auto Claims experience a plus, not required
College degree
Prior claims experience
Ability to use on-line claims system
Bi-lingual a plus!

Responsibilities

Review and determine course of action on each file assigned, utilizing technical knowledge and experience for the purpose of supporting final disposition of a loss
Conduct thorough investigations and keep accurate and relevant documentation of file activity on each claim assigned including coverage liability, status and damages that are applicable for each claim
Honor/decline/negotiate first and third party liability claims upon completion of coverage/policy investigation and analysis of damages and liability
Work directly with internal and external customers to develop evidence and establish facts on assigned claims
Organize, plan and prioritize work activities to keep up with current assignments and to ensure prompt conclusion of claims
Prepare and present claim evaluations for the appropriate settlement authority
Notify the Underwriting Department of any adverse information uncovered in the course of the investigation
Familiarity with unfair claim practices in states where doing business
Conduct business with vendors in a professional manner while maintaining a reasonable expense factor and upholding the company's reputation for quality service
Provide customer service both to internal and external customers
Handle other duties as assigned