Sr Workers' Compensation Claim Recovery Specialist

Department: Claims Administration & Adjusting

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Lakewood Ranch, FL

Reporting To: Marie Noble

Compensation: $75,000 - $90,000 / year

Description

Our StoryImagine being part of a team that’s not just shaping the future but actively driving it. At Davies North America, we’re at the forefront of innovation and excellence, blending cutting-edge technology with top-tier professional services. As a vital part of the global Davies Group, we help businesses navigate risk, optimize operations, and spearhead transformation in the insurance and regulated sectors.
We are on the lookout for an experienced and highly skilled Senior Workers’ Compensation Claim Recovery Specialist to join our dynamic Subrogation Unit. This position plays a vital role in identifying and pursuing subrogation opportunities within workers’ compensation claims across Florida and other designated jurisdictions. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting thorough investigations, evaluating potential third-party liability, documenting claim files with precision, and negotiating settlements in line with client directives. This role requires a self-motivated professional with exceptional analytical, communication, and organizational skills who can manage a high-volume workload independently, while collaborating closely with internal teams and external clients to maximize recovery opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the insurance industry, with at least 5 years focused on workers’ compensation subrogation
• Proven experience handling Florida workers’ compensation claims: multi-state experience is a plus
• Experience working within a subrogation unit or recovery department required
• Prior experience working directly with legal counsel and third-party administrators preferred
• Strong knowledge of subrogation processes, legal principles, and negotiation tactics
• Demonstrated ability to analyze claim documentation, identify recovery potential, and drive timely resolution
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a high-volume caseload
• Professional, consultative demeanor with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while collaborating as needed in a team-oriented environment

Skills, knowledge & expertise

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the insurance industry, with at least 5 years focused on workers’ compensation subrogation
• Proven experience handling Florida workers’ compensation claims: multi-state experience is a plus
• Experience working within a subrogation unit or recovery department required
• Prior experience working directly with legal counsel and third-party administrators preferred
• Strong knowledge of subrogation processes, legal principles, and negotiation tactics
• Demonstrated ability to analyze claim documentation, identify recovery potential, and drive timely resolution
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong investigative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle a high-volume caseload
• Professional, consultative demeanor with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while collaborating as needed in a team-oriented environment

Benefits

BenefitsAt Davies North America, we are dedicated to supporting the well-being and future of our qualifying employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans to ensure your health and that of your family.
• A 401k plan with employer matching to help you build a secure financial future.
• Our time-off policies, including Discretionary Time Off for exempt employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) package for non-exempt employees, reflect our commitment to promoting a healthy work environment.
• Paid holidays.
• Life insurance and both short-term and long-term disability plans, providing essential financial protection f