Entry-level Claims Call Center Specialist
About The Position
First Chicago Insurance Company is seeking a Claims Call Center Specialist to join its Claims team. The role serves as a knowledgeable first point of contact for insureds, claimants, attorneys, carriers, and others reporting or asking about claims. The specialist gathers and documents loss information, guides callers through the claims process, identifies situations requiring additional review, and supports claims adjusters and the broader Claims department. The position requires strong customer service, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage varied customer and claim-related situations in a fast-paced environment. The specialist is expected to work with greater independence, apply prior claims or insurance experience, and maintain accuracy, productivity, quality, documentation, and service standards. The role also offers opportunities to expand claims knowledge and prepare for further career opportunities within the Claims department and organization.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous customer service experience.
- Prior experience in insurance, claims, or a high-volume call center environment.
- Strong verbal communication and phone skills.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to handle difficult or escalated customer interactions professionally.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
- Data entry and typing proficiency of at least 30 WPM.
- Proficiency with PC applications and ability to navigate multiple systems simultaneously.
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with auto insurance or auto claims.
- Familiarity with insurance terminology, policy coverage, and the claims process.
- Bilingual skills are a plus.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional, knowledgeable, and empathetic service to insureds, claimants, attorneys, carriers, and other callers.
- Receive and accurately document initial reports of accidents and losses.
- Gather detailed loss information and ensure claim documentation is complete and accurate.
- Review and verify policy information and identify potential coverage concerns for referral to the appropriate claims professional.
- Guide customers through the claims process and respond to claim-related questions.
- Refer insureds and claimants for estimates when appropriate.
- Route claims and calls to the appropriate claims unit based on the circumstances of the loss.
- Assist claims adjusters by providing timely information and customer support.
- Apply working knowledge of insurance terminology, policies, coverage, and claims procedures when assisting callers.
- Handle challenging or escalated customer interactions professionally and determine when additional assistance is necessary.
- Maintain established productivity, quality, documentation, and customer service standards while managing incoming call volume.
- Process tow bills, order police reports, mail claim payments, handle unmatched mail, and complete other claims-related administrative responsibilities.
- Assist with special projects and departmental initiatives as assigned.
- Serve as a knowledgeable resource to less-experienced team members when appropriate.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries
- Training and development
- Medical reimbursement
- Dental reimbursement
- Vision reimbursement
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Telemedicine benefit
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Company-sponsored events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
