Senior Claims Examiner

Toronto, ON
$130,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

18 days ago

Job Description:Why join us?Our Canadian office is currently recruiting for a Claims Examiner. Under the direct supervision of the Claims Director and Senior Claims Staff, the Claims Examiner will perform customer service and claims functions within all lines of commercial business, but with particular emphasis on General Liability Claims and Professional Liability claims. The incumbent will ensure timely disposition of mid-size to large claims with the purpose of achieving timely resolution / cost effective settlements on behalf of DWF Claims Canada Ltd. and its clients, both international and domestic. This position can be remote from anywhere in Canada.
ResponsibilitiesWhy join us?Our Canadian office is currently recruiting for a Senior Claims Examiner. The Senior Claims Examiner will perform customer service and claims functions within all lines of commercial business, but with particular emphasis on General Liability Claims and Professional Liability claims. The incumbent will ensure timely disposition of mid-size to large complex claims with the purpose of achieving timely resolution / cost effective settlements on behalf of DWF Claims Canada Ltd. and its clients, both international and domestic. This position can be remote from anywhere in Canada.Responsibilities:

Investigate complex claims through adjusters and counsel on CGL, Professional Liability, Wrap up liability, and other liability claims.
Evaluate information on all types of claims and damages to determine the extent of exposure to the client and carrier;
Assess Insurance claim coverage, liability, and quantum.
Effectively implement a litigations management program on assigned files;
Set reserves within authority and make claim recommendations concerning reserve changes to the appropriate client(s), as well as documenting files with clear, well written file notes summarizing activities on each file;
Provide outstanding customer service and work well with brokers, insureds, clients, third party claimants and other stakeholders as necessary in the adjustment of claims; Mentor junior and intermediate staff.

What will help you succeed in this role?

A University degree or college diploma
8 plus years of liability claims experience
Completion of or pursuing the CIP designation is preferred;
Have or close to obtaining an Ontario Insurance Adjusters License, or equivalent from another province
Commercial claims adjusting experience with knowledge of the Lloyds Market
Ability to work independently and assimilate learning materials on many different subjects from various sources;
Strong oral and written communication skills as well as listening skills;
Committed team player with a preference to work in a collaborative setting;
Excellent negotiation skills with an aptitude for diplomacy;
Strong customer orientation to respond to and support customer needs;
Effective time management and organization skills.
Bilingualism/ability to monitor and handle claims in French would also be considered an asset

What we offerThe salary range for this position is up to $130,000 per annum, dependent on years/relevance of individual experience.We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.
About usDWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.

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