Swiss Re

Claims Specialist

Swiss Re

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Toronto • Canada

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Salary

💰 CA$80,000 - CA$130,000 per year

About the role

  • Evaluate and process commercial property claims (with a focus on subscription policies)
  • Investigate claim circumstances by gathering and analyzing relevant information from policyholders, witnesses, and other sources
  • Engage and direct independent adjusters, appraisers, experts and coverage/defense counsel
  • Determine coverage by interpreting policy language and applying appropriate guidelines and regulations
  • Negotiate settlements with policyholders, claimants, and other insurers while maintaining fairness and company standards
  • Collaborate with underwriters to provide insights on risk assessment and policy improvements based on claims experience
  • Maintain detailed records of all claims activities, decisions, and communications in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements
  • Develop relationships with brokers, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth claims processing
  • Stay current with industry trends, legal developments, and best practices in claims handling
  • Travel up to 10% of the time to attend client/broker meetings, mediations, trials, etc.

Requirements

  • 1 to 3 years of proven experience handling property claims, with particular emphasis on subscription policies
  • Demonstrated knowledge of insurance principles, policy interpretation, and claims procedures
  • Strong analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • University degree or equivalent
Benefits
  • Hybrid work model with in-office expectations
  • Total compensation approach including base pay, short-and long-term incentives, and benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
analytical skillsattention to detailwritten communicationverbal communicationrelationship buildingcollaborationnegotiation skillsproblem-solvingorganizational skillsstakeholder engagement