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Claims Representative I, Bodily Injury

Co-operators21 days ago
Hamilton, ON
Mid Level
Full-time

Top Benefits

Training and development opportunities to grow your career
Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs
A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture

About the role

Company: CGIC
Department: Claims
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (12 months)
Work Model: Hybrid
Language: This role operates in English
Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients and our communities.

Our Claims team aspires to create peace of mind for our clients and our communities. Our national team of knowledgeable and trusted professionals serve our clients with compassion. We are passionate about continuous improvement and operate with high-integrity, motivated by our desire to do the right thing for our clients. We are passionate about continuous improvement and operate with high-integrity, motivated by our desire to do the right thing for our clients.

The Bodily Injury Claims Representative is responsible for investigation, negotiation, and settlement of bodily injury claims.

How you will create impact:

  • Investigate, interpret coverage, reserve adequately, negotiate and settle bodily injury claims.

  • Contribute to a client service culture by embedding client engagement philosophies into daily work and implementing innovative, client-centric decision making, to be THE industry leader in client engagement.

  • Provide quality client service to our clients in accordance with claims service standards.

  • Contact claimants, lawyers, policy holders and witnesses in a timely manner in the investigation and resolution of claims.

  • Set up and maintain files for assigned claims.

  • Handle files in defense litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), using litigation management guidelines.

  • Authorize payments and reserves of up to $75,000 authority.

How you will succeed:

  • You influence change and are committed to continuous improvement, in order to exceed client expectations.

  • You leverage critical thinking skills to identify problems and proactively propose solutions.

  • Your strong communication skills allow you to clearly convey messages.

  • You’re an effective team player who shares knowledge to support your peers.

To join our team:

  • One (1) year insurance experience or two (2) years related business experience.

  • Working towards Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) courses.

  • Well developed computer skills including Microsoft Office software, internet and email systems.

  • Provincial adjuster license(s) maybe required dependent on the province of work.

  • University/College Degree.

What you need to know:

  • This role involves direct contact with clients and/or service providers in their environment.

  • Extended work hours, including evenings and weekends, will be required during peak periods and major events.

  • You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What's in it for you?

  • Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
  • Flexible work options and paid time off to support your personal and family needs.
  • A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.
  • Paid volunteer days to give back to your community.
  • In addition to our competitive salary and incentive programs, eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package including group retirement savings plans, pension and benefits (e.g., health and wellness, dental, disability and life coverage), mental health support and an employee assistance program.

About Co-operators

Financial Services
5001-10,000

As a leading Canadian financial services co-operative, Co-operators offers multi-line insurance and wealth products, services, and advice to build financial strength and security. With over $56 billion in assets under management, we provide financial solutions and security through property and casualty (P&C) insurance, life insurance, wealth management, institutional asset management and brokerage operations. We are governed by member organizations, including co-operative organizations, credit union centrals and representative farm organizations.

We are rooted in the idea that together, we are stronger, safer, and more resilient. Our vision to be a catalyst for a sustainable society is reflected in everything we do, including our community investment programs, strategic partnerships, and active volunteerism. We champion and fund the development of community-oriented co-operatives and social enterprises, invest for positive impact, and work hard to contribute to communities across Canada by supporting financial literacy, mental health, flood safety, and sustainability initiatives and programming.

With over 600 locations across the country, over 6,000 employees and a dedicated financial advisor network of over 2,500 licensed insurance representatives, we remain true to our roots: putting the needs of our clients and our communities first.

Our response to COVID-19 As an essential service, we took immediate steps to ensure the health and safety of our people, clients, and communities. We’re following the direction of Health Canada as we roll out a phased return to corporate and local offices across the country. If you have applied for a posted role, a recruiter will be in touch with an update. Currently, all interviews are being conducted remotely.