Claims adjuster - insurance

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience: 5 years or more

Tasks

• Calculate insurance claims
• Review and examine insurance claims
• Examine adjusters' reports, insurance claims and precedents to determine extent of insurance coverage
• Ensure settlements are made according to company practices and procedures
• Consult lawyers, doctors or other individuals to discuss insurance claims
• Approve insurance claims
• Consult with claimants, accident witnesses, doctors and others
• Determine amount of loss or damages covered by insurance policies
• Determine validity of claims
• Examine records and reports to determine insurance coverage
• Inspect automobile, home or other property damage
• Investigate circumstances surrounding insurance claims
• Negotiate settlement of claims
• Prepare adjustment reports
• Take statements

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Provincial Insurance Adjusters' Licence
• Membership in the Insurance Institute of Canada

Insurance experience

• Automobile
• Residential or property
• Commercial or industrial property
• Casualty or liability

Specialization/experience (business sales and services)

• Negotiation

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Time management

Screening questions

• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• Do you have the necessary equipment for remote work (i.e. internet, home office, etc.)?

Workplace information

• Hybrid

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits