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Travelers

Insures homes, cars and businesses through agents

Experienced Outside Property Claim Representative

Claims AdjudicationPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeWashington, DC, USA$68.7k - $113.4k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least one year of property or comparable claim-related experience, or successful completion of the required Travelers Claim Representative training program, is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • A bachelor's degree is an ideal qualification.
  • Two years of property claim experience is an ideal qualification.
  • An active adjuster license is ideal where applicable.
  • Proficiency in claims management and estimating software, with advanced skills in Microsoft Office and enterprise technology systems and platforms, is ideal.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to convey information clearly and professionally are ideal.
  • The ability to exercise sound judgment and make effective decisions is ideal.
  • Customer service skills and a commitment to providing a positive customer experience throughout the claim process are ideal.
  • Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment are ideal.
  • Conflict resolution skills and the ability to facilitate productive discussions and reach equitable outcomes are ideal.
  • The ability to manage stress, navigate difficult situations, maintain composure and professionalism under pressure, and take accountability for decisions is ideal.
  • A basic understanding of insurance principles and terminology, state insurance regulations, and claim handling requirements is ideal.
  • The ability to learn from experience and apply it quickly to new situations is ideal.
  • The employee must acquire and maintain relevant insurance licenses and/or a UAS Remote Pilot Certification within three months of starting, as applicable to federal, state, and Travelers requirements.
  • The employee must be able to assess and inspect all areas of dwellings or structures, including roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other confined areas, and carry, set up, and climb ladders weighing approximately 38–49 pounds.
  • The employee must reside in or be willing to relocate at their own expense to the assigned territory.

Responsibilities

  • Review, investigate, and document first-party property claims under limited supervision; typically handle personal insurance claims with limited supervision and higher authority, and begin handling business insurance claims with direct supervision.
  • Gather information from policyholders, claimants, and third-party vendors.
  • Investigate and evaluate relevant facts and information, including leases, contracts, bylaws, and other documents that may affect the claim, and determine and apply coverage for property damages according to policy terms.
  • Establish accurate scopes of building and contents losses and use them as the basis for written or computer-assisted estimates, with guidance from management.
  • Communicate in a timely and professional manner with customers, representatives, third-party vendors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Negotiate with multiple parties, including contractors or insured representatives, with guidance.
  • Maintain accurate records of claim activity in claim management systems.
  • Adapt to technology implementations, system upgrades, and digital tool rollouts, particularly involving artificial intelligence, while maintaining productivity and service quality.
  • Perform in-person inspections at customers’ residences and properties to assess damages.
  • Travel extensively, potentially including overnight stays, to support customers across multiple locations, as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Two years of property claim experience.
  • Active adjuster license, where applicable.
  • Proficiency in claims management and estimating software, with advanced skills in Microsoft Office and enterprise technology systems and platforms.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
  • The ability to exercise sound judgment and make effective decisions.
  • Customer service skills and a commitment to providing a positive customer experience throughout the claim process.
  • Attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
  • Conflict resolution skills and the ability to facilitate productive discussions and reach equitable outcomes.
  • The ability to manage stress, navigate difficult situations, maintain composure and professionalism under pressure, and take accountability for decisions.
  • A basic understanding of insurance principles and terminology, state insurance regulations, and claim handling requirements.
  • The ability to learn from experience and apply it quickly to new situations.

About the Company

Travelers

Insures homes, cars and businesses through agents

Travelers insures businesses, homeowners and drivers, mostly in the United States, with smaller operations in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Its Business Insurance unit covers companies of every size with policies such as workers' compensation, commercial property and commercial auto, while Bond & Specialty Insurance covers executive liability, cyber and fidelity risks. Personal Insurance protects individuals' homes, cars and valuables. Travelers sells mostly through independent agents and brokers, and it earns money from premiums and from investing the reserves it holds to pay future claims. The company traces its roots to 1853 and is headquartered in New York City.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1853

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