Claims Adjuster I - State National

What we look for
Our exceptional and motivated employees are our greatest strength. Our employees provide the highest level of customer service and help maintain our position as a leader in the global marketplace.

Markel Style
The Markel Style is what makes us stand out from our competitors. It's our core value which should underpin how we do business, while influencing our behavior and performance. We are looking for people who have potential and share our passion to live the Markel Style, which is described in more detail below.

If you think you have these core attributes we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:
Examine, analyze, and determine the extent of the company's liability concerning casualty or property loss or damages on claims filed. Calculate payments and approve payment of claims within a certain monetary limit.

Essential Functions:

• Examine claim forms and other records to determine appropriate insurance coverage
• Interpret account insurance coverage in order to settle claim
• Analyze information obtained by investigation and report findings in order to evaluate claims and determine the coverage of loss or damage
• Assess the extent of the loss or liability
• Ensure that drafts are issued as claim payments are prepared and liability releases for adjusted claims are obtained
• Settle claims within prescribed limits of authority

Additional Responsibilities:

• Responsible for complying with state laws, policies and company procedures
• Other duties as assigned or required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Basic Microsoft Office Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet Explorer) required
• Typing of 45 wpm
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred
• Knowledge of claims adjusting required
• Knowledge of Collateral Protection Insurance and other products helpful
• InsurTrak knowledge helpful

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Adjuster License required
• 0-3 years of claims adjusting experience required

Please note: Markel's phased approach for re-entry into our buildings is designed to balance the ongoing health, safety, and well-being of our employees with operational considerations and regulatory/governmental requirements and recommendations. As a result, we implemented a hybrid return to work strategy that allows for three days in the office every week.

The base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors.

Choose Markel:

Innovative hybrid work model * A diversity and inclusion focused employer * Exceptional base salary and bonus structure * Comprehensive benefits which include PTO, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more * Growth opportunities to advance your career* Ongoing coaching and career development * Fast paced, dedication environment *Profitable Fortune 300 company in business since 1930.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S., and not require sponsorship now or in the future

"Why work for us?"

Diversity and inclusion
Markel is truly a global and diverse company. We believe that diversity makes us better business partners and that embracing people's differences can bring amazing results and fuel innovation. We have a portfolio of businesses and product lines that operate around the world.

Community involvement
Markel has a rich heritage of supporting communities across the world where our customers and employees live and work. Giving back is part of our history and our future. Our employees share in this philosophy through volunteering, mentoring and fundraising.

Commitment to open doors

Markel is committed to creating the best work environment. Our open-door policy is essential in recognizing business issues as they rise and to address the changing needs of our diverse and global workforce. Challenging management is a component of the Markel Style-some of our best ideas start from a conversation between a manager and an employee.

Entrepreneurial spirit

As the Markel Style states, we pursue excellence, strive for a better way, and share the success of others. Markel associates proactively seek new business opportunities, bringing further success to Markel.