Claims Representative Commercial Lines - Entry Level

Sentry Insurance • Stevens Point, WI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join our Commercial Auto team by leading claim investigations, assessing liability, and driving fast, fair resolutions for policyholders. This position will be located at our Stevens Point, WI office following the hybrid work model and is NOT available for remote work. Sentry is a financially strong mutual insurance company, rated A+ by A.M. Best, with a long track record of success since 1904. They are headquartered in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices throughout the United States, offering a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for professional development and growth. Sentry has been recognized on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to exercise effective time management skills.
• Shows technological aptitude.
• Associate must have the ability to travel as necessary to satisfactorily complete their job responsibilities as assigned.

Nice To Haves

• Previous insurance related and/or customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge to verify coverage, compensability, and reasonable payments by thoroughly reviewing the policy, reviewing accident details, and other pertinent information related to the claim.
• Develop investigative claims skills by taking and reviewing recorded statements from involved parties and witnesses, reviewing police reports, and other pertinent evidence.
• Build knowledge to evaluate claims exposure appropriately, establishing timely reserves.
• Comply with industry regulations, legal requirements, and internal company policies through thorough documentation of all decisions, correspondence, and discussions that occur throughout the life cycle of the claim.
• Support customers with empathy and understanding, assisting them through difficult situations and effectively communicating the claims process, ongoing claim status, and decisions, including the reasoning behind them.
• Ability to obtain and maintain state licensing requirements.

Benefits

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.
• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent , plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees