As a National Outside Property Claims Adjuster, you will investigate, evaluate, negotiate and resolve predominately property claims in a fair, prompt and equitable manner. You are a source of knowledge and comfort during difficult times. When faced with the destructive aftermath of a natural disaster, you help clients through the claims process. You also support them as they rebuild their businesses and resume their lives. Federated provides a defined training program to teach you the fundamentals of commercial claims and prepare you to serve clients.

This is a home-based position with travel by car and/or plane frequently, including frequent overnight travel.

Due to the travel involved, this employee must currently live, or plan to relocate, within 60 minutes of the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates claims, determines the validity of coverage, conducts necessary investigation, and appraises damage.
• Explain policy coverage to clients and third parties.
• Secures proper settlement documentation. Determines and authorizes settlement payments based on the results of the investigation and the determination of coverage/liability.
• Determine the value of damaged items.
• Negotiate settlements with clients or third parties.
• Conducts field investigations. Makes recommendations for the resolution of claims exceeding authority limits.
• Retains the services of and collaborates with outside experts such as medical specialists, appraiser, and engineers when deemed necessary to secure all relevant facts for proper evaluation of claims.
• Negotiates directly with claimants and/or their attorneys to effect binding settlements. Attends hearings and trials to evaluate testimony.

Minimum Qualifications

• A four-year degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience in property and casualty claims handling
• Prefer 2+ years of field property claims handling
• Strong analytical, computer and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Physical Demand / Work Environment

• Travel by car and/or plane frequently, including overnight and occasional multi-night travel
• Occasionally adjust work schedule and/or work extra hours including evenings and weekends.
• Ascend/descend a ladder
• Lift, push and pull items weighing 60 pounds
• Operate a variety of power equipment
• Must have physical mobility, vision, and hearing necessary to traverse and evaluate claims damage