Manager, Auto Claims
Springfield, MO, US, 65899
Manager, Claims
The Property and Casualty Auto Claims Department is seeking an experienced claims professional to lead and mentor non-injury auto liability adjusters from our Springfield, MO office. To thrive in this role, you should have more recent auto liability claims adjusting work experience, lead by example, place value on elevating the client experience, demonstrate a true interest in people development/training, and enjoy collaboration.
What You’ll Do
• Oversee daily business operations (Interviews, onboarding, performance counsel, and ensure deadlines/goals are achieved)
• Partner with leadership team(s) to support open communication that is focused on increasing/enhancing productivity, improving workflow processes, and maintaining/sustaining positive morale
• Responsible for team adjusting activities, training programs, business proposals, technical results, quality, vendor management, and procurement
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and ongoing training regarding technical claims issues, while also responding to client concerns and resolving conflict with escalated situations
• Partner with employees to discuss and create developmental plans for heightened progress
• Prepare and submit reports to leadership team(s)
• Review claims files to ensure compliance with company and state guidelines, while providing file direction
• Ongoing evaluation of current processes and procedures to enhance efficiency
• Safeguard prompt reserving within company guidelines
• Review and approve settlement authority
• Guarantee that team members provide prompt, accurate, and equitable claims service
• Maintain ongoing personal development courses
What You’ll Need
• Five years of auto liability claims adjusting is required
• Currently hold an appropriate state adjuster license or obtain following date of hire (American National will incur fees associated / No out of pocket expenses)
• De-escalation and conflict resolution skills
• Availability to work an onsite schedule at the Springfield, MO campus
What Sets You Apart
• Seven years’ + auto claims adjusting work experience
• Bachelor’s degree in business, risk management, or related field
• Supervisory/management work experience
• Completed industry designations (AIC, AIM, AIS, ARM, CISR)
• Working knowledge of CCC or alike estimating programs
• Understanding of statutes, case laws, and auto policy contracts
• Ability to navigate various computer programs simultaneously while utilizing noted applications (Microsoft Office and internal systems)
American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays. We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.
American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905. With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.
Hiring Practices
The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.
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American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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