General Adjuster - Commercial Property
RLI, Chicago, IL, United States
Commercial Property And E&S Claims Manager
Under general management, responsible for managing commercial property and E&S claims. Investigate, analyze, and review claims for coverage, damages, and reserves. Conduct field inspections as warranted and manage adjusters, attorneys, and experts as needed. Maintain claim files ensuring claims are proactively managed, properly documented, adjusted, and paid. Investigate, analyze, and review new and reassigned claims for coverage, liability, damages, and reserves.
Manage consultants, investigators, adjusters, attorneys, and experts as needed.
Manage complex and litigated claim files and ensure claims have full coverage, are properly documented, adjusted, and paid.
Analyze and evaluate complex coverage issues and implement proactive resolution strategies.
Collaboratively communicate with Underwriting.
May testify in court and manage high value claim investigations.
Lead in special projects and other duties as needed.
Complete field inspections, determine coverage and develop appropriate correspondence as warranted.
Maintain licensures for all required states.
Travel and assist with field response for CAT events.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, insurance, or a related field
8+ years of related experience (property claims)
[OR] equivalent level of education and experience
Ability to use analytical methods in the claim examining processes to handle most complex claims and forth a sophisticated case resolution strategy.
Ability to develop a scope of damage and generate and understand building estimates.
Ability to develop solutions within the claims department including the development of sophisticated negotiation strategies.
Ability to communicate findings and recommendations on claim matters including collaborating with underwriters.
The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future. $115,778.00 - $168,746.00 At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee. Annual bonus plans
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
401(k) automatic 3% company contribution
Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
Parental and family care leave
Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Training & certification opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Education bonuses
Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results. RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Under general management, responsible for managing commercial property and E&S claims. Investigate, analyze, and review claims for coverage, damages, and reserves. Conduct field inspections as warranted and manage adjusters, attorneys, and experts as needed. Maintain claim files ensuring claims are proactively managed, properly documented, adjusted, and paid. Investigate, analyze, and review new and reassigned claims for coverage, liability, damages, and reserves.
Manage consultants, investigators, adjusters, attorneys, and experts as needed.
Manage complex and litigated claim files and ensure claims have full coverage, are properly documented, adjusted, and paid.
Analyze and evaluate complex coverage issues and implement proactive resolution strategies.
Collaboratively communicate with Underwriting.
May testify in court and manage high value claim investigations.
Lead in special projects and other duties as needed.
Complete field inspections, determine coverage and develop appropriate correspondence as warranted.
Maintain licensures for all required states.
Travel and assist with field response for CAT events.
Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration, insurance, or a related field
8+ years of related experience (property claims)
[OR] equivalent level of education and experience
Ability to use analytical methods in the claim examining processes to handle most complex claims and forth a sophisticated case resolution strategy.
Ability to develop a scope of damage and generate and understand building estimates.
Ability to develop solutions within the claims department including the development of sophisticated negotiation strategies.
Ability to communicate findings and recommendations on claim matters including collaborating with underwriters.
The base salary range for the position is listed below. Please note that the base salary is only one component of our robust total rewards package at RLI. The salary offered will take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, scope & responsibilities of the role, qualifications/credentials, talent availability & specialization, as well as business needs. The below range may be modified in the future. $115,778.00 - $168,746.00 At RLI, we're all owners. We hire the best and the brightest employees and allow them to share in the company's success through our Total Rewards. With the Employee Stock Ownership plan at its core, the Total Rewards program includes all compensation, benefits and perks that come with being an RLI employee. Annual bonus plans
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
401(k) automatic 3% company contribution
Annual 401k and ESOP profit-sharing contributions (Up to 15% of eligible earnings)
Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Paid volunteer time off (VTO) to support our communities
Parental and family care leave
Flexible & hybrid work arrangements
Fitness center discounts and free virtual fitness platform
Employee assistance program
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
2x base salary for group life and AD&D insurance
Voluntary life, critical illness, & accident insurance for purchase
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
RLI encourages its employees to pursue professional development work in insurance and job-related areas. We make a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities that help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth through insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees typically earn a bonus upon successful completion of approved courses and certifications. Training & certification opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Education bonuses
Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best employee talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly, and have an opportunity to excel in their chosen careers. We actively support, and participate in, initiatives led by the American Property Casualty Insurance Association that aim to increase diversity in the insurance industry. Cultivating an exceptional and diverse workforce to deliver excellent customer service reinforces our culture and is a key to achieving superior business results. RLI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.