Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster (New Orleans)

Argo Group International Holdings, Inc . and American National, US based specialty P&C companies, (together known as BP&C, Inc.) are wholly owned subsidiaries of Brookfield Wealth Solutions, Ltd. (BWS), a New York and Toronto-listed public company. BWS is a leading wealth solutions provider, focused on securing the financial futures of individuals and institutions through a range of wealth protection and retirement services, and tailored capital solutions.

Job Description

A Brief Overview

We are looking for a highly capable Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster to help us on a temporary estimated three-month assignment and work from anywhere in the United States. If this role is filled so the individual can work five days a week in any of the following offices, we can consider this a temp-to-hire assignment : Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, Omaha, Richmond (VA),Rockwood (PA), or San Antonio. This role will adjudicate indemnity workers' compensation claims of higher technical complexity for our customers in the states of AZ, CA, FL and MA. As this is a temporary assignment, only government mandated benefits will be provided.

How You Will Make an Impact :

• Working under technical direction and within significant limits and authority, adjudicate workers' compensation claims of higher technical complexity, with a direct impact on departmental results.
• Resolving issues that are generalized and typically not complex, but require understanding of a broader set of issues.
• Reporting to senior management and underwriters on claims trends and developments.
• Investigating claims promptly and thoroughly.
• Analyzing claims forms, policies and endorsements, client instructions, and other records to determine whether the loss falls within the policy coverage.
• Investigating claims promptly and thoroughly, including interviewing all involved parties.
• Managing claims in litigation.
• Managing diary timely and complete tasks to ensure that cases move to the best financial outcome and timely resolution.
• Properly setting claim reserves.
• Identifying, assigning, and coordinating the assignment and coordination of expertise resources to assist in case resolution.
• Preparing reports for file documentation.
• Applying creative solutions which result in the best financial outcome.
• Negotiating settlements.
• Completing telephone calls and written correspondence to / from various parties (insured, claimant, etc.).
• Having an appreciation and passion for strong claim management.

What We Need :

The base salary range provided below is for hires in those geographic areas only and will be commensurate with candidate experience. Pay ranges for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. In addition to base salary, all employees are eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance as well as a generous benefits package.

Physical Demands

About Working in Claims at Argo Group

PLEASE NOTE :

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. At this time, we are not able to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.

If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar state or local law and you wish to discuss potential reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment with us, please contact our Benefits Department at 210-321-8400.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies :

Resumes submitted for this or any other position without prior authorization from Human Resources will be considered unsolicited. BWS and / or its affiliates will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin or citizenship (including language use restrictions), denial of family and medical care leave, disability (mental and physical) , including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, child birth, breastfeeding, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, child birth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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Benefits and Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits program-including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.