Commercial Auto Bodily Injury Claims Specialist

First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC)•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At First Chicago Insurance Company, our employees are our biggest asset! It is our mission to attract and retain intelligent, motivated, ethical employees who strive for excellence and growth, and to keep those employees happy and engaged. We provide the tools and the support our employees need to grow both professionally and personally. We encourage self-improvement and celebrate success by rewarding ideas and results. We realize the strength of teamwork and its ability to join individuals together and push and pull each other, with a synergy that can only be found in groups of good people sharing ideas. Join in on the excitement and become part of our thriving organization! If you are an experienced CLAIMS PROFFESSIONAL (with many years of auto and especially nonstandard auto related experience) we'll make sure you are COMPENSATED AS A PROFFESSIONAL!! We are seeking a Commercial Auto Bodily Injury Claims Specialist to join our team! The Commercial Auto Bodily Injury Claims Specialist will handle investigating and settlement of automobile bodily injury claims. They will settle complex liability claims which require greater investigation and verification, as well as casualty claims including severe injuries which may result in extended disability or bodily injury as well as coverage related litigation. complex claims including those involving coverage related property damage/total loss claims to prompt, courteous and fair closure of collision, comprehensive, rental, towing and property damage claims while maintain a reasonable expense factor.

Requirements

5+ years previous Commercial Auto Claims Insurance 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

Nice To Haves

Litigation experience preferred.

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
Investigate, prepare evaluation and settle total loss files for insures and claimants. Follow up as needed relative to obtaining of the properly signed title in order to resolve all salvage in a timely manner
Work directly with internal and external customers to develop evidence and establish facts on assigned claims
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
Organize, plan and prioritize work activities to keep up with current assignments and to ensure prompt conclusion of claims
Honor/decline/negotiate first and third-party liability claims upon completion of coverage/policy investigation and analysis of damages and liability
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
Familiar with unfair claim practices in states where doing business
Conduct business with vendors in a manner with maintains a reasonable expense factor and upholds the company's reputation for quality service
Provide customer service both to internal and external customers
Handle other duties as assigned