Worker's Compensation Claims Specialist (Level I or II)

Zurich•Boston, NH

1d•$49,500 - $98,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Zurich is seeking an experienced Workman’s Compensation Claims Specialist to join our team! We are specifically seeking candidates who can work from the Northeast with jurisdictions of NY, VA, WV, PA, NJ, DE, or DC.. The Workers Compensation Claims Specialist will handle single and multi-party commercial line Workman’s Compensation claims of moderate to high exposure and complexity within specific authority limits, to ensure that claims are handled in the most efficient, effective way while delivering a customer-centric claims service. In this role you will be responsible for: Document claims file by accurately capturing and updating claims data/information in compliance with best practices for low to moderate exposure and complexity personal or commercial line claims. Exercise judgement to determine liability by gathering and analyzing relevant facts; utilizing applicable law; establishing basic principles of negligence. Exercise judgment to determine policy verification and coverage determination by analyzing applicable coverage for claims and determining whether the loss falls within the coverage. Work to have a timely resolution to claims by developing case strategy; developing a case evaluation; escalating issues as appropriate. Establish timely reserves and perform ongoing review throughout claims cycle within authority limit by estimating and validating value of claims. Assess damages by calculating applicable damages or range of damages allowed by law. Negotiate settlement of claim by establishing appropriate negotiation strategy and utilizing available tools and resources within authority limits. Meet quality standards by following best practices. Ensure customer service by proactively communicating information; responding to inquiries; following customer protocols and may participating in customer marketing efforts. Manage expenses by working within vendor approved networks and managing scope of work assigned to outside contractors. Departs from approved vendors with manager approval, where in the best interests of the insured. Ensure legal compliance by following state and federal laws and regulations and internal control requirements. Refer claim to subrogation and fraud teams by identifying potential subrogation and fraud. Contribute to profitable growth by providing risk insight, information and trends to Business Unit or customer as needed. Protect Zurichs reputation by keeping claims information confidential. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks. And participating in professional societies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area OR Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area OR Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 1 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area
Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
Microsoft Office experience
Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and products

Nice To Haves

Jurisdiction knowledge of Virgina, West Virgina, Pennsylvania, or New Jersy, Delaware or Washington DC.
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem solving skills
Solid time management, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
Experience collaborating in a team environment and building cross functional working relationships
Adept in identifying and explaining complex financial and/or actuarial concepts.
Ability to determine the scope and exposure for moderately complex claims
Demonstrates understanding of the reserving process for indemnity and expense in analyzing the potential exposure of moderately complex claims
Ability to develop and execute a negotiation strategy and plan for resolution
Ability to identify subtleties in customer/client and/or business partner interactions
Ability to present information necessary to propose a claim resolution to stakeholders

Responsibilities

Document claims file by accurately capturing and updating claims data/information in compliance with best practices for low to moderate exposure and complexity personal or commercial line claims.
Exercise judgement to determine liability by gathering and analyzing relevant facts; utilizing applicable law; establishing basic principles of negligence.
Exercise judgment to determine policy verification and coverage determination by analyzing applicable coverage for claims and determining whether the loss falls within the coverage.
Work to have a timely resolution to claims by developing case strategy; developing a case evaluation; escalating issues as appropriate.
Establish timely reserves and perform ongoing review throughout claims cycle within authority limit by estimating and validating value of claims.
Assess damages by calculating applicable damages or range of damages allowed by law.
Negotiate settlement of claim by establishing appropriate negotiation strategy and utilizing available tools and resources within authority limits.
Meet quality standards by following best practices.
Ensure customer service by proactively communicating information; responding to inquiries; following customer protocols and may participating in customer marketing efforts.
Manage expenses by working within vendor approved networks and managing scope of work assigned to outside contractors.
Departs from approved vendors with manager approval, where in the best interests of the insured.
Ensure legal compliance by following state and federal laws and regulations and internal control requirements.
Refer claim to subrogation and fraud teams by identifying potential subrogation and fraud.
Contribute to profitable growth by providing risk insight, information and trends to Business Unit or customer as needed.
Protect Zurichs reputation by keeping claims information confidential.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks. And participating in professional societies.