Sr. Liability Adjuster
In the role as a Senior Claims Adjuster you will handle claims for bodily injury and property damage claims. These claims include auto accidents, premises liability, police professional liability and subrogation. A working knowledge of the New Jersey Tort Claim Act ( Title 59) is preferred.
Job Responsibilities:
- Promptly investigates all assigned claims for coverage, liability assessment, damages evaluation and subrogation/contribution.
- Ensures timely disposition of all claims in accordance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Within granted authority, establishes appropriate loss and expense reserves with documented rationale.
- Negotiates claims resolution within granted authority.
- Establishes and executes appropriate action plans for claim resolution including loss cost management.
- Maintains a strong working knowledge of regulatory and jurisdictional requirements.
- Demonstrates technical proficiency through timely, consistent execution of best claim practices and established claims handling guidelines.
- Communicates effectively with internal and external customers on claims and account issues.
- Maintain and manage a diary system and claim pending to efficiently and effectively resolve all claims.
- Effectively manage litigation process and defense counsel to ensured timely and cost effective outcomes.
- Prepares and submits claim status and excess reports
- Perform special projects as assigned by the Supervisor/Manager
Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Minimum required experience is 5 years as a Senior General Liability Adjuster.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Claims database systems knowledge is preferred.
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