Claims Analyst II

Berkley • Chesterfield, MO

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About The Position

The Claims Analyst II is responsible for managing high-exposure Workers Compensation claims. The primary job objectives are to proactively mitigate loss costs and settle claims by developing relationships and influencing MEC’s customers and claim administrators. The role also leverages Advanced Analytics and Assisted Intelligence (A.I.) tools to enhance claim evaluation, reserve accuracy, and settlement strategies, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in general studies, liberal arts or business.
• Requires a minimum of five years of California Workers’ Compensation experience obtained within the past eight years, or successful passage of the California Self‑Insurance Exam with consistent employment following certification.
• Frequent usage and general knowledge of WC industry accepted claim handling practices and standards with a minimum of 5 years of primary claim handling experience.
• High level of influence management skills.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze issues and barriers, find solutions and effectively implement solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment under general supervision.
• Ability to communicate frequently and effectively to internal and external contacts using both verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to learn and maintain skill levels in an electronic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Working toward CPCU or AIC credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately evaluate WC claims for potential exposure and establish appropriate reserves
• Utilize predictive analytics and A.I. driven tools to provide insight into complex medical issues, evaluate trends and explore potential exposures
• Lead evaluation, mitigation and resolution of WC claims by collaboration with MEC Medical Management Consultants, Client Consult Managers and Claims Attorneys
• Achieve settlement and vendor goals and objectives
• Adhere to departmental Best Practices by:
• Establishing, reviewing and adjusting case reserves in a timely manner within proper authority levels supported by data driven insights and A.I. assisted tools.
• Identifying and influencing appropriate MEC vendors
• Identifying and achieving claim settlement agreements and obtaining necessary authority to finalize resolution
• Maintaining well documented claim files supported by an effective and current diary system on all assigned claims
• Influence TPA adjusters to adopt MEC recommended claim handling strategies
• Plan and conduct on-sight Third Party Administrators (TPAs) visits to promote loss mitigation, vendor utilization and timely settlement across assigned portfolio of claims
• Collaborate with Regional Team colleagues to support business growth and client retention through consultative engagement
• Review and authorize reimbursements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees