Claims Representative-Equine Division

Be Here. Be Great. Working for a leader in the insurance industry means opportunity for you. Great American Insurance Group's member companies are subsidiaries of American Financial Group. We combine a "small company" culture where your ideas will be heard with "big company" expertise to help you succeed. With over 30 specialty and property and casualty operations, there are always opportunities here to learn and grow.

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

Great American's Equine Division is a leading provider of equine mortality insurance and related coverages, our staff is knowledgeable in all breeds and disciplines, such as Racing, Showing, Cutting, Dressage, Hunter/Jumper, Driving, Reining, Saddle Seat and Pleasure Riding.

Our Equine Division is looking for a Claims Representative to work a hybrid schedule out of our Ocala, FL office.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Manages an inventory of claims to evaluate compensability/liability.
• Conducts claim investigations to confirm coverage and to determine liability, compensability and damages.
• Determines and may negotiate appropriate claim settlements/reserves within prescribed authority. May attend arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials.
• Conveys routine to moderately complex information regarding coverage and settlements to insureds, claimants, and external partners.
• May authorize 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Risk Management and Insurance, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experience

• Experience: Generally, a minimum of 6 months of experience in property and casualty claims handling. Continuing progress toward and/or the completion of a professional designation preferred, such as Associate in Claims (AIC).

• Scope of Job/Qualifications: Works within specific limits and authority on assignments of moderate technical complexity and coordination. Demonstrates functional analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrates knowledge of insurance policies, coverage, and claims handling procedures. Develops and maintains knowledge of industry laws and regulations. Demonstrates ability to organize and prioritize caseloads, ensuring timely resolution of claims. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and handle negotiations. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Equine experience is a plus

This job is non-exempt in California and Washington

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Benefits:

Compensation varies by role, position level, and location. Individual pay is influenced by skills, education, training, certifications, experience, and the role's scope and complexity, along with business needs.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, including medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one, PTO, paid holidays, commuter benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, paid parental leave/adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with company match. These benefits are available to eligible full-time and part-time employees.

Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process.