Senior Transportation Claims Examiner - Remote (Anywhere in the US)

Xpera•Little Rock, AR

7d•Remote

About The Position

This senior level Adjuster position is responsible for investigating and settling transportation first party claims and third-party claims, with an emphasis on industry knowledge around commercial auto physical damage, motor truck cargo, towing, and salvage procedures IPG works as a Third Party Administrator in the contiguous 48 states, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico handling a variety of claims including, but not limited to auto physical damage and motor truck cargo. A nationwide knowledge base is a plus. Compensation will be based on experience and knowledge.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Able to be licensed in states, countries where necessary
Use of clear, rational, thinking supported by evidence to audit fees of independent adjusters, appraisers, and other vendors in order to properly manage and pay expense invoices.
Strong writing skills and proper use of grammar to prepare written status reports for the principal.
Document claim file notes clearly with all communications and activities that occur during of handling the claim using factual and objective information.
Ability to plan and exercise conscious control over the amount of time spent on specific activities.
Strong Communicator (verbal and written)
Ability to multi-task and handle high volume of concurrent tasks
Work collaboratively with others inside and outside the company

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Experience with Lloyd’s of London is considered an asset
Preferred experience in Open Office
AIC designation preferred

Responsibilities

Initiate the investigation of new claims
Evaluate coverage and make appropriate policy decisions
Evaluate and negotiate settlements of collision, specified perils, property damage, and transportation losses as appropriate.
Manage and oversee the work of outside adjusters, appraisers and experts.
Develop basic understanding of liability and coverage principles.
Recognize state specific laws and claims regulations throughout the United States to insure proper compliance in claims investigation including sending and securing proper documentation.
Complete research to determine market value on automobiles and heavy equipment to make recommendations on total loss settlement values using proper state valuation methods.
Summarize and make recommendations for disposition of claims in excess of the individual settlement authority.
Respond to time sensitive material including but not limited to intercompany arbitration hearings, and department of insurance complaints.
Manage a diary system to systematically review and resolve claims within the specified state compliance guidelines.
Handle small claim suits as needed.
Other duties as assigned by the claims supervisor
Duties may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.