Property Claims Apprentice- Entry Level

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Property Claims Apprentice- Entry Level

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  To be oriented and trained as new industry professional with the ability to analyze property losses and complete a capstone project.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Completes non-complex projects as assigned by management.
• Attends and completes designated classroom and field property claims professional training program.
• Performs on-the-job training activities including:
  • Shadows experts to investigate and assemble facts from an insurance perspective.
  • Documents claims files and properly coding claim activity.
  • Partners with claim lead to observe claim action/processing communication with claimant and client.
  • Supports other adjusters and managers with larger or more complex claims as assigned.
• Develops and presents a capstone project at the conclusion of the program. 

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
High school diploma or GED required.

Experience

Two (2) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent negotiating skills
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:  Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: 

• Computer keyboarding
  Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
• Must be able to climb a ladder. 
• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead
• Be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds
• Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
• Must have continual use of manual dexterity

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.  They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.