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Claims - Field Adjuster

Employer
FedNat
Location
Lafayette, Louisiana
Salary
Comprehensive benefit program
Closing date
Apr 20, 2021

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Category
Claims
Job Type
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job Details

Field Claim Adjuster- Lafayette, Louisiana

For over 20 years, Federated National, a Property & Casualty insurance carrier and claims adjusting company has served communities and families by providing quality insurance and claims services, specializing in Homeowners Insurance, High Value Homes, Flood, Condo, General Liability Insurance and more.

Our team of experienced insurance professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional products and services. Our exceptional service model has earned us an “A+” rating with the Better Business Bureau and our strong leadership continues to be the key to our continued success. If you aspire to be the face of a dynamic organization like Federated National and be a part of an exceptional team of professionals who believe in the highest level of Customer Service, with respect, compassion and genuine concern for our clients at the forefront of all we do. We welcome you to be a part of our team in achieving these goals.

Knowledge:

• Investigate and assess damages to property

• Determine the cause, scope, damage and subrogation potential

• Analyze information gathered by investigation and report findings and recommendations

• Examine claim forms and other records to determine insurance coverage

• Interview or correspond with insured’s, claimants’ witnesses or their representatives

• Consult police reports and inspect property damage to determine extent of liability

• Negotiate claims settlements and recommend appraisal, mediation or litigation when settlement cannot be negotiated

• Refer questionable claims to management for further investigation or settlement

Skills:

• Exceptional Interpersonal and Customer Service communication skills; written and oral

• Initiative and ability to think logically and critically

• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

• Strong time-management skills and organization skills

• Strong computer skills with a penchant to adapt easily to learning new software and procedures

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience

• 5-20 or 6-20 license is required

• Insurance industry experience required

• Valid Driver’s License and Safe Driving Record required

• Knowledge of Xactimate is preferred

• IICRS, HAAG Certifications a plus

• Some college preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to Climb (stairs/ladders) to conduct roof inspections

• Ability to Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl in confined spaces

• Ability to lift 70 lbs

Federated National is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, DFW, offering a comprehensive benefit program including, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, with a great management team and working environment.

Company

FedNat Insurance Company has been providing individuals and businesses with peace of mind for more than 23 years.

Founded in Florida in 1992, we are committed to providing fair and competitive pricing coupled with exceptional customer service. FedNat Insurance Company currently holds a Financial Stability Rating® of “A” (Exceptional) by Demotech, Inc. and an A+ by the Better Business Bureau.

We specialize in:

Homeowners Insurance
High Value Homes
Condo Insurance
Flood Insurance
Umbrella Liability Insurance
General Liability Insurance

FedNat underwrites homeowners’ multi-peril (“homeowners”), commercial general liability, federal flood, and various other lines of insurance in Florida. FedNat also underwrites homeowners’ and dwelling fire policies in Alabama, Louisiana, South Carolina and Texas through its partnership with SageSure Insurance Managers. FedNat affiliated companies are licensed and have the facilities to market and underwrite other insurance carriers’ lines of business, as well as to process and adjust claims for third party insurance carriers.

FedNat is committed to providing fair, expedient, and personalized claims handling to all of our customers. Our experienced claims team has paid in excess of $900 million in claims, including $370 million from the Florida Hurricanes of 2004 and 2005.

Our second managed carrier, Monarch National, is a newly formed Florida Property Insurance company managed by the FedNat team of insurance experts. Monarch National is committed to providing fair and competitive pricing, exceptional customer service, and fair, expedient, and personalized claims handling to all of our customers. Monarch National currently offers a complete HO-3 multi-peril insurance solution for Florida homeowners and will soon be adding a HO-6 condo insurance solution as well.

Company info
Website
Telephone
800-293-2532
Location
14050 NW 14th Avenue
Suite 180
Sunrise
FL
33323
US

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