Workers' Compensation Claim Consultant
About The Position
We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. The Workers Compensation High Exposure Consultant is accountable to plan, recommend, reserve and execute the investigation of claims greater than $100,000. Our selected candidate shall provide the valuation, disposition and settlement of these high exposure claims while consistently adhering to our corporate claim settlement policies/procedures within broader statutory, regulatory and ethical requirements.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of claims experience with technical expertise in managing high exposure and complex work comp claims
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
- Strong verbal/written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and negotiate with key stakeholders
- Superior customer service skills with internal and external customers
- Ability to demonstrate a sense of urgency in keeping track of multiple issues while addressing them with accuracy and excellent customer service
- Adept at managing conflict as an opportunity to listen and share information while negotiating a win/win outcome that supports The Hartford's and the injured worker's best interest
- Detail oriented with strong organization, prioritization and analytical skills
- Leader among claim handlers providing advanced expertise to teammates in solving problems
- Demonstrated thought leadership with the ability to influence positive outcomes
- Strong computer proficiency with MS Office and claim management platforms
Responsibilities
- Assess the indemnity and expense exposure of assigned claims
- Manage the most complex workers compensation claims
- Plan, organize, establish priorities, anticipate problems, determine realistic completion dates and communicate the status of claims
- Set appropriate and timely reserve
- Maintain current knowledge of claim loss cost containment initiatives and utilize them appropriately in a manner consistent with company practices and procedures
- Identify and initiate mitigation, subrogation, salvage and other recovery opportunities
- Maintain a heightened level of interaction relevant to our stakeholders (Agents, Brokers & Policyholders)
- Maintain a proactive role in Litigation management
- Always demonstrate professionalism and establish credibility through interactions with customers to personally enhance The Hartford's reputation in the marketplace
- Assist with development and training of staff
- Approve and review authorities for handlers in TL absence
- Assist with improving metrics either by tracking trends or developing training
Benefits
- short-term or annual bonuses
- long-term incentives
- on-the-spot recognition
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
