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Sr Claim Examiner- WC

Crawford & Company

Fairfax, VA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
Fairfax, VA
POSTED
23 days ago
Investigate and settle advanced, large loss, complex claims promptly and equitably under minimal supervision. Works within established authority on moderate-to-difficult claims. Reviews coverages, determines liability and compensability, secures information, arranges property damage appraisals and settles claims utilizing claims best practices. Evaluates and sets reserves using independent judgment. Assists supervisor and company attorneys in preparing cases for litigations. Conducts training and mentors new hires.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Industry designations preferred but not required (IIA, AIC, AEI and/or CPCU)..
  • Technical claims investigations/settling experience with 4-8 years experience in Claims or similar organization.
  • Ability to work independently while assimilating various technical subjects..
  • Strong written and oral communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
  • Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
  • Effective advanced interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all levels of internal and external clients.
  • Workers Compensation (WC) Adjuster License required according to jurisdictional requirements

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  • Interprets and makes decisions using independent judgment on more complex and unusual policy coverages and determines if coverages apply to claims submitted.
  • Manages all aspects of investigative activity on complex claims. Directs the discovery and litigation strategy with legal counsel.
  • Analyzes claims activity and prepares reports for clients/carriers and management.
  • Establish reserves, using independent judgment and expertise and authorizes payments within scope of authority, settling claims in the most cost effective manner and ensuring timely issuance of disbursements.
  • Settles claims promptly and equitably and issues company drafts in payments for claims within authority limits.
  • Develops subrogation and third party recovery potential and follows reclaim procedures.
  • Analyzes claims activities and prepares reports for clients, carriers and/or management. Participates in claim reviews.

About the Company

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Crawford & Company

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Crawford & Company is the world's largest independent provider of claims management solutions to the risk management and insurance industry as well as self-insured entities, with an expansive global network serving clients in more than 70 countries.

The Crawford System of Claims Solutions(SM) offers comprehensive, integrated claims services, business process outsourcing and consulting services for major product lines, including property and casualty claims management, workers compensation claims and medical management, and legal settlement administration

The Company's shares are traded on the NYSE under the symbols CRDA and CRDB.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Insurance
FOUNDED
1941
WEBSITE
http://www.crawfordandcompany.com