Property Claims Examiner - Remote, Canada - Portage Mutual Insurance

Portage Mutual Insurance

Verified Company

Remote, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Property Claims Examiner

The Portage la Prairie Mutual Insurance Company was organized October 2, 1884, based on the underlying principles of security, integrity, hard work and personalized service.

At Portage Mutual, we believe that doing business with integrity never goes out of style.

It is as important today as it was when we began over 125 years ago, and it is part of what makes Portage Mutual customers so loyal.

As a Property Claims examiner, you will through the assistance of independent adjusters or contacting policyholders directly, investigate, evaluate, reserve, negotiate and resolve assigned claims in accordance with Best Practices of the Company.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Provide ongoing and detailed instruction to the independent adjuster or legal counsel assigned to the file.
Direct handle files where possible working directly with Policyholders to resolve losses.
Review reports provided and provide applicable instruction on further handling.
Ensure comprehensive investigation of file is completed as necessary and provide direction where needed.
Provide instruction on necessary experts (engineers, appraisers, etc.) to adjuster or counsel.
Ensure subrogation opportunities identified and pursued.
Communicate effectively with Independent Brokers.

Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities

High school diploma required
Post secondary education (business, agriculture, or insurance) preferred
Chartered Insurance Professional designation or working towards
Minimum of 5 years experience adjusting experience required
Prior field/telephone adjusting experience preferred
Demonstrated Skills with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
Prior experience with Guidewire Suite an asset
Prior experience/knowledge in building construction an asset
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organization skills
Able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team environment
Must work well with brokers, vendors, policyholders and coworkers
Must display a courteous and professional manner at all times

Job type:
Full-time, Term Position 6-12 months

Location:
Halifax NS, hybrid, or remote

Compensation:
Competitive compensation package

Job Types:
Full-time, Contract

Contract length: 12 months

Benefits: