Unica Insurance Inc. Looking for Liability Adjuster at Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Liability Adjuster

Status

Regular

Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Liability Claims

REPORTS TO: Manager, Liability

STATUS: Permanent

This position is responsible for investigating, negotiating and settling serious CGL and bodily injury claims. The adjuster will be responsible for direct file handling and communication with all involved parties.

Summary Of Role & Responsibilities

• Confirm valid coverage.
• Fully investigate liability.
• Fully investigate serious injuries & exposure.
• Provide instruction and direction to external vendors i.e.: independent adjusters, legal counsel, engineers.
• Calculate ultimate probable exposure and reserve accordingly.
• Properly maintain a diary system to monitor files.
• Ensure files are up to date with BI worksheet, case law, medical and liability information.
• Report any serious injuries to Manager.
• Mentor and coach junior adjusters.
• Prepare Major Loss/Reinsurance Reports and participate in Claims Committee process.
• Comply with service standards as outlined in the claims manual.
• Actively participate in settlement initiatives along with both private and mandatory mediations.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Attributes

• Knowledge of regulatory and contractual obligations, medical terminology, vocational rehabilitation concepts and dispute resolution practice.
• Experience with internal and external audits.
• Detail oriented and well-organized individual.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Travel to mediations/pre-trials/trials is required.
• Superb interpersonal skills and leadership qualities/potential.
• Work well individually or as a part of a team.
• Computer literacy with strong working knowledge of Microsoft programs.

Education And Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience adjusting CGL & BI claims
• CGL experience must include a strong background in coverage (duty to defend vs. indemnify), product liability, occupier’s liability, and environmental losses.
• Experience in Municipality losses and construction wrap up an asset.
• University or College Degree
• CIP designation or working towards one

Unica Insurance is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive work environment free of all forms of discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of physical or mental disability, or medical condition. If you are interested in pursuing a job opportunity with Unica Insurance, and require accommodation, please advise us so that we can work with you to provide suitable accommodation in the recruitment and selection process. Unica Insurance is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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