Senior Claims Representative - Construction Defect

Clearwater, FL
Full Time
FWCI/Policy Services
Experienced

FrankCrum is a Top Workplace!

Frank Winston Crum Insurance (FWCI) issues Workers' Compensation and General Liability policies by offering flexible coverage and payment options to meet the varied needs of businesses. Over the years, FWCI has grown from a single-state insurance carrier to one that is licensed in 45 states and continues to expand. In addition to regional and product line growth, FWCI has enhanced its value-added services. What has not changed though is the firm's commitment - echoed throughout the family of companies - "always to do the right things for the right reasons!"

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The Role You'll Play to Create Success

We are eager to announce a Senior Claims Representative - Construction Defect position filled with many exciting opportunities! In this role, you will investigate, evaluate, and resolve assigned claims in accordance with company standards, procedures, and state regulatory requirements.

  1. Investigates, evaluates, and resolves commercial casualty claims in accordance with company standards, procedures, and state regulatory requirements. 
  2. Handles claims that may include General Liability bodily injury and property damage, Inland Marine, Construction Defect, Professional Liability, Commercial Property and/or other types of commercial exposures.
  3. Analyzes and interprets commercial policy language in conjunction with specific facts of loss to reach appropriate coverage decisions, and effectively communicate the company’s coverage position verbally and in writing.
  4. Composes a variety of other written communications to insureds, claimants, attorneys and agents in a professional and error-free manner.
  5. Evaluates and documents damages to ensure accurate and timely reserves; immediately escalate to management cases with potential exposure above their authority.
  6. Manages litigated claim files proactively from inception to closure, including collaboration with defense counsel to determine and execute an appropriate plan of action; bring litigated cases to resolution either by negotiated settlement or trial, as appropriate.
  7. Retains experts and vendors to achieve appropriate claim outcomes while remaining mindful of loss adjustment expenses.
  8. Implements strategies to expeditiously close files and manages claims to a conclusion in the most effective manner possible.
  9. Documents all notes and file activity in a paperless claim system appropriately and clearly; compose detailed periodic reports including claim summary reports and large loss notifications, as needed.
  10. Communicates with other departments regarding developments on specific claim files as well as overall claim trends relevant to FWCI’s business.


The Attributes We Seek

Keys to success in this position include knowledge of standards, practices, procedures, and related regulations applicable to all types of commercial lines claims.
Five (5) or more years of experience in adjusting commercial liability claims, with a proven record of increasing responsibility, appropriate claim outcomes and excellent customer service is required. Moderate to advanced level of knowledge and skill in claim handling and litigation management, as well as thorough understanding of commercial lines products, policy language, exclusions, ISO forms, and effective claim handling practices is needed. Active Claim Adjuster’s license in Florida or applicable states is required.

 

Our Competitive Benefits

Along with this great opportunity, FrankCrum also provides exceptional benefits from top carriers including:

  • Health Insurance is zero dollar paycheck cost for employee's coverage and only two-hundred-forty-five dollars a month for family!
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Short Term Disability and Term Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
  • Long Term Disability and Voluntary Term Life Insurance
  • Supplemental insurance plans such as Accidental, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Services and Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan where FrankCrum matches 100% of the first 4% the employee contributes, and the employee is immediately vested in the employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program at no cost to the employee
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement
  • Health Savings Account funded by FrankCrum
  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Education reimbursement up to five thousand two hundred fifty dollars tax free per calendar year
  • PTO cash out
  • Tickets at Work
  • Access to the Corporate America Family Credit Union
  • Employee and client referral bonus programs
  • Paid volunteer time



What's Special About FrankCrum

FrankCrum, a family-owned business-to-business entity since 1981 made of several companies: FrankCrum Corporate (a professional employer organization), FrankCrum Staffing, Frank Winston Crum Insurance Company, and the FrankCrum Insurance Agency - all based in Clearwater, Florida. This "family of employer solutions" employs approximately 400 people who serve over 4,000 clients throughout the United States. FrankCrum employees are trained to deliver high value through exceptional customer service and treat clients and coworkers like family. By living by our Brand Pillars (Integrity, Affinity, and Prosperity) employees are recognized at quarterly events for exceptional customer service and milestones in tenure.

The FrankCrum headquarters spans 14 acres and includes a cafe, subsidized for employees. Menus include made-to-order breakfast, hot lunch options and even dinners that can be ordered to-go, all at very affordable prices. The cafe also plays host to monthly birthday and anniversary celebrations, eating and costume contests, and yearly holiday parties. Through the input of its own employees, The Tampa Bay Times has recognized FrankCrum as a Top Place to Work for more than 10 years in a row! FrankCrum also supports several community efforts through Trinity Cafe, the Homeless Empowerment Program, and Clearwater Free Clinic!

If you want to play this role to positively impact our clients' day-to-day business, then apply now!


 

FrankCrum is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

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