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Great American Insurance Group
Claims Specialist
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What they do
A Claims Adjuster or Specialist investigates and evaluates insurance claims. Specializes in a particular type of insurance. Inspects property damage, including damage to homes, buildings and cars; reviews claims after they are submitted; may authorize or deny payment for claims. May work directly for insurers or on behalf of claimants.
$76,629 / year median in Georgia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Summit provides independent insurance agents and their clients with market-leading workers' comp insurance and elite customer service. We're growing and currently serve more than 7,000 independent agents and 31,000 policyholders across the South, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic. Our strength comes from a single-minded focus on workers' comp and a commitment to long-term customer relationships. Summit is who you turn to when you need a specialist who not only knows workers' comp but also gets to know your business and your priorities. Our field team members are located in every state in which we operate. Summit is a member of the Great American Insurance Group where our highest goal is for all employees to feel included, respected, and empowered to perform at their best. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities Manages an inventory of claims to evaluate compensability/liability. Plans and conducts claim investigations to confirm coverage and to determine liability, compensability and damages. Determines and negotiates appropriate claim settlements/reserves within prescribed authority. May attend arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials. Conveys moderately complex information regarding coverage and settlements to insureds, claimants, and external partners. Authorizes 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. Great American's culture is built on connection, shared learning, and strong relationships. To support this, employees in this role are expected to be on-site four days a week, with the flexibility to work one day remotely. Core in-office days are Tuesday-Thursday, with the fourth day determined by business needs. The person hired for this position will work out of the Gainesville, GA office which offers a hybrid work environment (4 days in office, 1 day remote) or will work remotely in the following states: Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee. #