Claims Representative

Job summary

The Claims Representative is responsible for managing, reporting, and resolving property, auto, and liability claims while serving as the primary point of contact for clients. They must advocate for customers, explain policy coverage, and maintain accurate records within the claims management system.

Job details

Cowan Insurance Group is looking for a Claims Representative to join our Claims team! Reporting to the Manager, Claims the successful candidate will be responsible for the reporting, management, and resolution of new and existing property, auto and liability claims for clients. If you are knowledgeable in the insurance industry with policies, products and customer service, we’d love to hear from you! What you will do: * Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the claims process, ensuring timely and professional communication * Provide exceptional customer service to clients via phone queue and online reports * Review policy coverage, proficiently explain the claims process and set customer expectations * Have regular contact with the customer and insurer to ensure specific milestones are met throughout the claim * Advocate for customers when claims issues arise, challenging the insurer on coverage decisions when necessary * Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the claims management system * Collaborate with internal teams, including Account Managers and service members What you will bring: * A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in insurance, preferably with a claims and customer service background * Knowledge of Personal and/or Commercial property, auto & liability policies * High school diploma (or equivalent) required * Ability to interpret policy wordings and explain in a clear and concise manner to clients * Excellent organizational, negotiation, analytical and interpersonal skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with strong data entry expertise * Collaborative team player with excellent communication abilities and a professional demeanor * Self-starter with ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands * Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail * RIBO License or the ability to obtain * CAIB or CIP designation (or working towards) would be an asset Who we are: Proudly independent and Canadian-owned, Cowan Insurance Group has been a true market leader in the insurance industry since 1927. With an extensive range of product offerings and integrated commercial and personal insurance, group benefits, and wealth management solutions, we provide our clients with outstanding customized, comprehensive insurance and risk management professional advice and placement. Recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Cultures and a Canada's Best Managed Companies Platinum Club Member, Cowan Insurance Group's award-winning client-centric approach emphasizes innovation, excellence, and collaboration. Join our team as we prepare for our centennial celebration in 2027! What sets us apart? Be in good company Integrity matters. It drives our award-winning workplace culture and fuels our collective desire to help our clients, employees, and communities thrive. Challenge your thinking You're valued for your passion, drive and creativity. The pace is fast, but the work is meaningful, interesting, and complex, just the way you like it. Grow together We believe in your potential. If you’re looking to develop your expertise with learning opportunities and mentoring, we’ll make that happen. Benefits and perks * Competitive salary * Participate in our comprehensive benefits plan on day one — no waiting period * Company-matched Retirement Savings Plan * Company-paid training and development courses * Community involvement * Hybrid working environment Are you interested? Please Apply! This is a replacement position. Artificial Intelligence (AI): Cowan Insurance Group does not use AI directly; however, platforms we partner with may use AI, including screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Our human recruiters review candidate’s qualifications prior to decisions being made. This position is subject to appropriate background checks that may include, credentials, employment, credit, criminal and reference checks. While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we will contact only those selected for interviews. If you are an applicant with disabilities and require accommodations, please let us know at the time of our contact so that we may arrange for their provision. The expected base salary range for this role is $44,700 to $64,000. Final compensation may vary and will take into account factors including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, knowledge and internal equity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will be selected strictly on the basis of an individual's technical qualifications, knowledge and experience, as they relate to the requirements of a particular position. Selections will be made without regard to: age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, record of offences, sex, or sexual orientation. #LI-Hybrid

What you’ll do

The Claims Representative is responsible for managing, reporting, and resolving property, auto, and liability claims while serving as the primary point of contact for clients. They must advocate for customers, explain policy coverage, and maintain accurate records within the claims management system.

Requirements

Candidates must have 3-5 years of insurance experience, preferably in claims and customer service, along with a high school diploma. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, strong communication skills, and the ability to obtain a RIBO license are required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Company-matched Retirement Savings Plan
• Company-paid training and development courses
• Community involvement
• Hybrid working environment

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Claims management
• Customer service
• Insurance policy interpretation
• Negotiation
• Analytical skills
• Data entry
• Microsoft Office
• Communication
• Time management
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Conflict resolution
• Commercial Real Estate
• Claims Management System
• Self-Starter
• Insurance Industry
• Professionalism
• Artificial Intelligence
• Management
• Customer Service
• Training And Development
• Creativity
• Customer Advocacy
• Data Entry
• Equities
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Risk Management
• Mentorship
• Multitasking
• Wealth Management
• Time Management
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Customer Service & Support
• Administrative
• Claims Representative
• Statistical, Finance and Insurance Clerks
• Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks

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