Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

English

Hard Skills

Loss Mitigation Damage Assessments Claims And Litigation Management Insurance Sales Stakeholder Communications Claims And Litigation Management Settlement Construction Management Construction Engineering Engineering Support Automobile Dealership

Other Skills

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Mechanical Aptitude
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Adaptability
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Teamwork
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Customer Service
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Organizational Skills
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Verbal Communication Skills
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Social Skills
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

Passion for helping people
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
Experience in the insurance sector or a trade background (motor vehicle/building, mechanical or engineering)

Requirements:

Assess, scope and cost damage to domestic and commercial property claims
Liaise with customers who have suffered a loss to provide support through the claim process
Work with brokers and insurer partners to facilitate settlements
Facilitate settlement of insurance claims by analysing causes, reporting to insurers, coordinating with contractors and other suppliers, and agreeing repair scopes, costs and the quantum of claims

Sedgwick

Insurance

About Sedgwick

Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. The company provides a broad range of resources tailored to our clients’ specific needs in casualty, property, marine, benefits, brand protection and other lines. 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 31,000 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. Join us! 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® Top 100 Most Loved Workplace® Forbes Best-in-State Employer

Company type: Large

Industry: Insurance

Founded: 2018

Company size: 10001

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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.

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies

Certified as a Great Place to Work®

Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance

Loss Adjuster - Invercargill

Sedgwick is a global company based in the insurance industry, committed to our core values, Caring Counts philosophy, diversity and inclusion and corporate social responsibility.

Do you enjoy helping people and love to organise solutions? If you have a flair for customer service and enjoy being part of a busy team, this could be the role for you.

We are currently looking for a Loss Adjuster to join our busy, expanding Southland/Central Otago team. The role covers the area from Dunedin to Invercargill, and the role would suit applicants based in any location within this region. This is an exciting and dynamic position helping people and businesses who have suffered loss or damage to their buildings or property including motor vehicles. It involves assessing damage on-site, establishing costs, facilitating repairs and a high level of communication with all parties.

The region is known for its rugged natural beauty, outdoor activities including jet boating, tramping and the winter mountain snow, and for its warm hospitality.

Desired skills and qualities for this role include:

Passion for helping people
Excellent written and verbal communication
Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
Problem-solving skills
Ability to be flexible for the business to respond to customers’ needs

This role would suit those with experience in the

Insurance sector
Trade background – Motor vehicle /building sector, mechanical or engineering

Main duties and responsibilities:

Assess, scope and cost damage to domestic and commercial property claims.
Liaising with customers who have suffered a loss and need support through the claim process.
Working with brokers and insurer partners
Facilitating the settlement of insurance claims involving analysing cause of losses, reporting to insurers, dealing with contractors and other suppliers, agreeing repair scopes and costs, agreeing quantum of claims, communication with customers and all involved parties.

Benefits of working for us:

Our core role involves making a difference in people’s lives
Competitive salary with a rewarding bonus structure
Job security and flexibility are high priorities for us
Great team culture with opportunities for further career development
Potential to work from home once training is complete
Wellness benefits including wellness allowance and life insurance
Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Celebrate your birthday each year by having the day off

This is a varied and interesting role and on the job training will be provided.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive team - we encourage our people to bring their unique selves to work. It doesn't matter who you are, if you are passionate about making a difference, you belong here.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

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