APD Claims Adjuster, Rideshare

About Reserv

Reserv is an insurtech creating and incubating cutting-edge AI and automation technology to bring efficiency and simplicity to claims. Founded by insurtech veterans with deep experience in SaaS and digital claims, Reserv is venture-backed by Bain Capital and Altai Ventures and began operations in May 2022. We are focused on automating highly manual tasks to tackle long-standing problems in claims and set a new standard for TPAs, insurance technology providers, and adjusters alike. We have ambitious (but attainable!) goals and need people who can work in an evolving environment. If building a leading TPA and the prospect of tackling the long-standing challenges of the claims role sounds exciting, we can't wait to meet you.

About the role

We are seeking highly organized and customer-focused Commercial Auto Claims Adjusters to join our team in support of rideshare focused auto physical damage claims. In this role, you'll manage claims involving commercial auto ride share exposures including driver and third-party incidents unique to the rideshare ecosystem. You'll interact directly with rideshare drivers and affected third parties, ensuring a smooth, empathetic, and timely resolution of claims.

This role is ideal for someone experienced in the rideshare who can balance high-volume claims with top-tier customer service. You'll also be instrumental in helping us refine our claims processes and tools for this unique line of business by collaborating with our product and engineering teams.

What you'll do

• Provide prompt, courteous and high-quality customer service to all policyholders and claimants by answering customer calls, filing claims, and resolving customer requests
• Gather necessary information from customers to initiate the claim and explain policy, coverage, and appropriate course of action
• Manage an inventory of claims, establish initial reserves for all potential exposures, and adjust as appropriate throughout the claim
• Coordinate the repair of damaged vehicles and assist with rental reimbursement
• Recognize recovery opportunities in regards to subrogation and salvage, as well as total loss
• Ensure compliance with specific state regulations, policy provisions, and standard operating procedures
• Communicate with involved parties and negotiate appropriate settlements with claimants, insureds, and attorneys within approved payment authority
• Provide input for continuous development of claims guidelines, best practices, and process improvements
• Oversee and direct outside investigative service providers and work closely with the client and client counsel and investigative services to resolve the claim
• Engage in learning opportunities to build knowledge of personal lines claims, court decisions impacting the claims function, current guidelines in claims function, and policy changes and modifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (lack of one should not stop you from applying if you possess all the other qualifications)

• Active adjuster license required: resident state license if available, otherwise a Designated Home State (DHS) license

• Must hold an active New York adjuster's license or be willing and able to obtain

• Minimum of 3 years of experience on point and concentrated in Ride Share APD claims adjusting, ideally with:

• First-party comp & collision

• Third-party property damage and bodily injury

• Total loss and liability investigations

• Experience with Ride Share (or TNC/Livery) is required.

• Willing to obtain all licenses within 60 days, including completing state required testing

• Knowledge of state regulations, policy provisions, and standard operating procedures

• Commercial experience preferred

• Ability to analyze and evaluate complex data and make sound decisions based on established guidelines, policies, and procedures

• Curious and motivated by problem solving and questioning the status quo

• Desire to engage in learning opportunities and continuous professional development

• Willingness to travel for client and claims need

Benefits

• Generous health-insurance package with nationwide coverage, vision, & dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Competitive PTO policy - we want our employees fresh, healthy, happy, and energized!
• Generous family leave policy after 8 months of continuous work
• Work from anywhere to facilitate your work life balance
• Apple laptop, large second monitor, and other quality-of-life equipment you may want. Technology is something that should make your life easier, not harder!

Additionally, we will

• Listen to your feedback to enhance and improve upon the long-standing challenges of an adjuster and the claims role
• Work toward reducing and eliminating all the administrative work from an adjuster role
• Foster a culture of empathy, transparency, and empowerment in a remote-first environment

At Reserv, we value diversity in backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences and believe that diversity in viewpoints and critical thinking drives innovation, first-principles thinking, and success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage those from all walks of life to apply. If you believe you are a good fit for this role, we would love to hear from you!