Claims Director
Company: Sedgwick
Location: Newark
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
**The 'Apply with SEEK' option will be utilized for
International applicants, mainly Australia. If this does not apply
to you please use the 'Apply' option.**Taking care of people is at
the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you,
our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our
culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the
things that are important to you. It's an opportunity to do
something meaningful, each and every day. It's having support for
your mental, physical, financial and professional needs. It means
sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means
working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and
inclusive.A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to
make a positive impact on the world through the people and
organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a
difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you're someone
who cares, there's a place for you here. Join us and contribute to
Sedgwick being a great place to work.Great Place to Work -Most
Loved Workplace -Forbes Best-in-State EmployerClaims
Director**PRIMARY PURPOSE** : To be responsible for the technical
and operational functions within assigned office(s) including
compliance with company standards and industry best practices; to
ensure consistent delivery of quality services including direct
operational responsibility of an office in the location where the
manager resides; to be responsible for staffing and training needs;
and to be responsible for budget preparation and profit and loss
management for assigned offices. Has direct and/or indirect
responsibility for 50-99 colleagues.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and
RESPONSIBILITIES**+ Responsible for overall operations management
for all assigned locations/offices.+ Establishes policy and
procedures to assure compliance to best practices, claims
management services standards, state regulations, and client
service requirements.+ Establishes business plan with goals and
objectives for the partnership and locations/offices.+ Monitors
management reports relating to the partner/office performance.+
Assists with the coordination of sales and client service
efforts.**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES**+ Performs
other duties as assigned.+ Supports the organization's quality
program(s).+ Travels as required.**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**+
Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows
company staffing standards and training recommendations.+
Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development
plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.+ Provides
support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum
performance.**QUALIFICATIONS****Education & Licensing**Bachelor's
degree from an accredited college or university preferred. CPCU,
ARM, AIM, and/or AIC certifications preferred. Licenses as
required.**Experience**Ten (10) years claims management experience
including three (3) years prior supervisory experience or
equivalent combination of education and experience required. APD
and BI experience required. Commercial experience required,
trucking experience preferred.**Skills & Knowledge**+ Strong
technical claims knowledge+ Excellent oral and written
communication, including presentation skills+ PC literate,
including Microsoft Office products+
Leadership/management/motivational skills+ Analytical and
interpretive skills+ Strong organizational skills+ Excellent
interpersonal skills+ Excellent negotiation skills+ Ability to work
in a team environment+ Ability to meet or exceed Performance
Competencies**WORK ENVIRONMENT**When applicable and appropriate,
consideration will be given to reasonable
accommodations.**Mental:** Clear and conceptual thinking ability;
excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and
discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to
handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet
deadlines**Physical:** Computer keyboarding, travel as
required**Auditory/Visual:** Hearing, vision and talkingThe
statements contained in this document are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague
assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a
comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.
Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of
the position at any time.As required by law, Sedgwick provides a
reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in CO,
NY, WA, or CA. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of
factors including but not limited to skill set, level of
experience, and cost of specific location. For the state noted in
this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is
$92,000-$115,000. A comprehensive benefits package is offered
including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and
matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance,
flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional
voluntary benefits.Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a
Drug-Free Workplace.**If you're excited about this role but your
experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the
job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is
building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and
recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of
skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right
candidate for this or other roles.****Taking care of people is at
the heart of everything we do. Caring counts**Sedgwick is a leading
global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated
business solutions. Every day, in every time zone, the most
well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to
help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their
consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and
minimize business interruptions. Our more than 30,000 colleagues
across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they
demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to
doing the right thing - one where caring counts. Watch this video
to learn more about us.
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywxedjBGSfA)
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