Senior Claims Representative – Auto Property Damage

Vanliner Insurance Company

Senior Claims Representative managing claims related to auto property damage for the insurance company. Evaluating liability and negotiating settlements while working in a hybrid environment.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeRichfield • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in claims management, including evaluating compensability and liability, negotiating settlements, and maintaining detailed claim files. Proficient in analyzing insurance policies and handling property and casualty claims with a strong focus on communication and confidentiality.

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Claims ManagementNegotiation SkillsAnalytical SkillsInsurance KnowledgeProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Claims HandlingCoverage EvaluationSettlement NegotiationClaims InvestigationLiability Assessment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Designation

Industry Keywords

Property and Casualty InsuranceClaims ProceduresRisk ManagementConfidential Information Handling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manages an inventory of claims to evaluate compensability/liability
Plans and conducts claim investigations to confirm coverage and to determine liability, compensability and damages
Determines and negotiates appropriate claim settlements/reserves within prescribed authority
May attend arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials
Conveys moderately complex information regarding coverage and settlements to insureds, claimants, and external partners
Authorizes payments in accordance with assigned authority limit and ensures payments are made in a timely manner
Maintains accurate and detailed claim files, including all correspondence, reports, and settlement agreements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management and Insurance, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience
Generally, a minimum of 5 years of experience in property and casualty claims handling
Completion of or continuing progress toward a professional designation preferred
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of insurance policies, coverage, and claims handling procedures
Ability to organize and prioritize caseloads
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision coverage
wellness plans
parental leave
adoption assistance
tuition reimbursement
Paid Time Off and paid holidays
401(k) plan with company match
employee stock purchase plan
commuter benefits