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Company

Great American Insurance Group · 6 hours ago

Senior Claims Manager-Aviation Division

New Jersey, United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $150K/yr

10+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Supervising a small team of other Claims Professionals as well as directly handling their own portfolio of first party physical damage claims and third-party liability claims which will include investigating, verifying coverage, evaluating liability/damages/exposure, negotiating settlements and/or defending all claims as warranted

Works toward the resolution of claims files, complaints and disputes and attends arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials as necessary.

May affect settlements/reserves within prescribed limits and submit recommendations to supervisor on cases exceeding personal authority.

Ensures that claims payments are issued in a timely and accurate manner.

Actively maintain good file tempo which will include thoroughly documenting the claims files with comprehensive evaluations, notes, action items and diaries

Advises reporting staff on claim files and extends settlement authority as necessary after reviewing files.

Maintaining communication between Insured, Broker and Claimant

May establish reserves and make recommendations or reports for Corporate Claims or senior management.

Responsible for performance and coaching of staff and decisions regarding talent selection, development, and performance management. Ensures new members of the team receive proper training.

Drafting Denials and/or Reservation of Rights Letters

Supervising outside defense counsel on claims in litigation

Proactively participate in Mediation and/or Trials

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification

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Aviation claims adjustingComplex aviation insuranceClaims managementInsurance Adjuster LicenseClaim system softwareAviation knowledgeLeadership experience

Required

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.

Generally, 8 to 10 years of related experience, including 2 to 4 years of leadership experience.

Must have or be able to obtain an Insurance Adjuster License in Texas or home state (Additional State Licenses are a Plus).

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred

Attorney with Aviation Experience preferred but non-attorneys are encouraged to apply.

Should have knowledge of Aviation and Insurance (Pilot or Mechanic License Preferred).

Experience with claim system software and strong computer skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one

PTO

Paid holidays

Commuter benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Education reimbursement

Paid parental leave/adoption assistance

401(k) plan with company match

Company

Great American Insurance Group

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Great American Insurance Group is an insurance company that specializes in in property and casualty insurance. It is a sub-organization of American Financial Group.

Founded in 1872

Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

5,001-10,000 employees