Workers Compensation Claims Handler IV

<span class="jobdescription"><p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Zurich is seeking an experienced Workman’s Compensation Claims Specialist to join our team! We are specifically seeking candidates who can work from the Northeast with jurisdictions of CA, NV, AZ, and or WA.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To handle Workers’ Compensation claims of moderate to high exposure and complexity within specific authority limits, to ensure that claims are handled in the most efficient, effective way while delivering a customer-centric claims service.  Jurisdictional knowledge in California Workers Compensation is required. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"> </p> <p style="background-color:white;margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">In this role you will be responsible for:</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Document claims file by accurately capturing and updating claims data/information in compliance with best practices for workers compensation claims of moderate to high exposure and complexity.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Exercise judgment to determine compensability by gathering and analyzing relevant facts and utilizing applicable laws and statute.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Exercise judgment to evaluate coverage by analyzing policy documents for location and date of loss.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Work to have a timely resolution to claims by developing case strategy; developing a case evaluation; escalating issues as appropriate.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Establish timely reserves and perform ongoing review throughout claims cycle within authority limit for most probable exposure and claim outcome.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Assess exposure or range of exposure based on the case facts, jurisdictional statute, and claims experience.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Negotiate settlement of claim by establishing appropriate negotiation strategy and utilizing available tools and resources within authority limits.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Meet quality standards by following best practices</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Basic Qualifications:</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Bachelor’s Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">OR</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Juris Doctor and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">OR</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an Associate Degree with 6 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">OR</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Completion of Zurich Claims Training Program and 5 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">OR</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">High School Diploma Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Claims and/ or Litigation Management area.</span><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">AND</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Microsoft Office experience</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and products</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"> </p> <p style="background-color:white;margin-right:0.0in;margin-left:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;color:black">Preferred Qualifications:</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;line-height:107%"> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Effective verbal and written communication skills</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong multi-tasking and prioritization skills</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Experience collaborating in a team environment and building cross functional working relationships</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Proactively shares and promotes sharing of insights</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to gather unique perspectives from other teams/functions to optimize outcomes.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Understands, analyzes, and applies the component parts of an insurance policy for moderate to complex claims</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to follow reserving process for indemnity and expense in analyzing the potential exposure of moderate to complex claims</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to determine the scope and exposure for moderate to complex claims</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to leverage knowledge of industry trends and relationships to provide high-quality customer service.</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to effectively communicate coverage determinations to customers/clients/brokers for moderate to complex claims</span></li> <li style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Ability to direct counsel on an ongoing basis to guide the course of moderate to complex litigation and settlement strategies</span></li> </ul><div></div><div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. </span><span style="color:black">The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $75,800.00 - $124,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.</span></span></p> </div> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards <a style="color:black" title="" href="https://www.zurichna.com/careers/benefits" target="_self">here</a>.]</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Why Zurich?</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Please note:</strong> Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Location(s): AM - California Virtual Office, AM - Arizona Virtual Office, AM - Nevada Virtual Office, AM - Washington St Virt. Office</span><br><span style="color:black">Remote Working: Yes</span><br><span style="color:black">Schedule: Full Time</span><br><span style="color:black">Employment Sponsorship Offered: No </span><br> <br><span style="color:#ffffff">Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-LC1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-REMOTE </span></span></p> </span>

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