Senior Claims Examiner

Core Specialty Insurance Holdings, Inc.•Vancouver, WA

3d•$80,200 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Multi-state commercial insurance carrier is seeking a qualified Senior Claims Examiner for a hybrid position based in the Vancouver, WA office. The company offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development and advancement. Core Specialty offers a diversified range of property and casualty insurance products for small to mid-sized businesses, focusing on niche markets, local distribution, and superior underwriting knowledge.

Requirements

5+ years of experience handling bodily injury claims is required.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel is required.
Strong analytical skills are required to effectively and efficiently analyze information.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to express complex evaluations and resolve claims through a well-planned negotiation strategy.
Customer service skills and a willingness to work in a team-oriented environment are essential.
Data entry skills with a focus on attention to details.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over work authorization sponsorship now or in the future for this position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Investigate commercial insurance automobile, property damage and general liability claims.
Handle claims from the initial loss report through final disposition.
Conduct investigation of policy coverage and liability with a detailed analysis of applicable state laws; damage determination for property, commodity and personal injury claims.
Establish a course of action to conclude claims timely and in compliance with state regulatory requirements.
Analyze exposures and ensure proper reserves established.
Escalate high exposure claims to management for direction.
Task assignments to outside vendors, including oversight and management of the vendor.
Communicate with policyholders, agents and underwriting on key claim issues.
Conduct open claim reviews and work cohesively with other departments to deliver superior customer service and claim service to policyholders.