Senior Property Claims Adjuster - Commercial Insurance

Alliant Insurance Services is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms. We operate through a network of specialized national platforms and local offices to offer our clients a comprehensive portfolio of solutions built on innovative thinking and personal service. Alliant is changing the way our clients approach risk management and benefits, so they can capitalize on new opportunities to grow and protect their organizations. More information is available on the company's website at: www.alliant.com. SUMMARY Responsible for managing a pending caseload of Property claims in accordance with client, carrier and company guidelines, statutory regulations and best practices. Primary duties include making coverage determinations, authoring reservation of rights and denial letters, assigning, directing and controlling investigations, assigning, directing and managing litigation including assignments of counsel, case evaluation and reserve setting, and reporting to the Claims Manager and appropriate carrier oversight personnel. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintains independent diary system to ensure claim files are up to date, and that required follow-up is taking place; • Investigates and evaluates claims to determine coverage, liability, damages and value; • Communicates with vendors, producers, policy holders, clients and carriers to communicate claim status; • Negotiates settlements with claimants and insured in both litigated and non-litigated files; • Reports to internal management and carrier as applicable, providing updates on litigated claims, serious injuries, and claims over the adjuster’s authorization limits; • Sets and manages indemnity and expense reserves, and ensures that adequate reserve levels are maintained; • Analyzes and reviews invoices for payment; • Provides Producer inquiry assistance; • Creates and maintains reports and worksheets as needed; • Provides training and mentoring to less experienced adjusters; • Travels as necessary to attend mediations, settlement conferences, hearings, and trials; • Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information); • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Seven (7) or more years of applicable industry experience Adjuster licensing preferred AIC, CPCU and/or JD preferred SKILLS Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including telephone and listening skills Excellent customer service skills Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills Strong organizational and time management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, Outlook Discretion and independent judgment required #LI-DR1 We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees’ needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer. For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the “Apply Now" button. Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. If you are applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call our Career Center at 1-877-901-9473 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. For more information on Alliant Insurance Service's benefits, click here. Apply Job!