Claims Representative - Equine Division

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At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

Great American is a leading provider of equine mortality insurance and related coverages, our staff is knowledgeable in all breeds and disciplines, such as Racing, Showing, Cutting, Dressage, Hunter/Jumper, Driving, Reining, Saddle Seat and Pleasure Riding.

https://www.greatamericaninsurancegroup.com/about-us/business-operations/division/equine-mortality

The Equine Mortality Division is looking for a Claims Representative to join their team. This individual will work a hybrid schedule out of the Ocala, FL office.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Manages an inventory of claims to evaluate compensability/liability.

• Conducts claim investigations to confirm coverage and to determine liability, compensability and damages.

• Determines and may negotiate appropriate claim settlements/reserves within prescribed authority. May attend arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials.

• Conveys routine to moderately complex information regarding coverage and settlements to insureds, claimants, and external partners.

• May authorize payments in accordance with assigned authority limit and ensures payments are made in a timely manner.

• Maintains accurate and detailed claim files, including all correspondence, reports, and settlement agreements.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management and Insurance, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience.

• Experience: Generally, a minimum of 6 months of experience in property and casualty claims handling. Equine experience a plus.

Business Unit:

Equine Mortality

Benefits:

Compensation varies by role, position level, and location. Individual pay is influenced by skills, education, training, certifications, experience, and the role's scope and complexity, along with business needs.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one, PTO, paid holidays, commuter benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, paid parental leave/adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. These benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees.

Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process.