Intermediate Property Adjuster – Toronto

Intermediate Property Adjuster

Comma Recruitment are looking for a Property Adjuster with 1+ years experience handling Property Claims, an intermediate adjuster or a bright Junior with over 12 months property claims handling experience

The Adjuster is responsible for providing efficient and prompt investigation, evaluation, negotiation, and settlement of moderate size and/or moderately complex claims in accordance with corporate guidelines and best practices

• Investigate, appraise/scope, confirm coverage, negotiate settlement and recovery, and conduct reporting and documentation of claims of moderate size and/or moderate complexity in accordance with established guidelines.
• Ensure the accurate and efficient payment of claims.
• Prepare summaries and files for litigation, mediation/arbitration, and multidisciplinary assessments.
• Adhere to service standards by communicating effectively with all parties involved.
• Develop relationships with other departments such as underwriting in order to meet business goals.
• Understand and apply best business practices towards compliance, internal control and operational risk controls in accordance to national standards and regulatory standards and policies.
• Work collaboratively with Supervisors and/or Managers on special projects and assignments when required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education and / or equivalent on the job experience
• Minimum 1-3 years Claims adjusting experience.
• Working knowledge of the company principles and practices related to claims settlement, policy wordings, insurance contracts, fraud investigations, serious losses and coverage questions.
• Ability to work within and adapt to PC oriented environments, including familiarity with e-mail and Internet skills. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Actively pursuing CIP designation an asset.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex insurance contracts and changes in the interpretation as a result of case or statuary law.
• Ability to demonstrate patience, empathy and understanding in dealings with customers.
• Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple demands and changing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, investigative, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Ability to provide prompt, efficient, and courteous service to all parties involved.
• Ability to assess liability and understand case law developments in the jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated report-writing skills, including an orientation toward detail and precision.
• Demonstrated ability to work well as a team player or independent contributor; Self-motivated.
• Excellent communication (both oral and written) skills to explain processes and terms.

 Please forward resume to [email protected]