Auto Claims Representative at Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Company

Lansing, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Mar, 26

Salary

77330.0

Posted On

09 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Claims Experience, Customer Service, Investigation, Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Time Management, Communication Skills, Relationship Building, Multitasking, Business Judgment, Core Systems Proficiency, Office Equipment Proficiency, Software Proficiency, AIC Certification, AINS Certification

Industry

Insurance

Description

Description Who are we? Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Company, an affiliate of Western National Mutual Insurance, is a mutual insurance company, rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best, with over 140 years of experience serving policyholders' property-and-casualty insurance needs across multiple regions in the United States. We believe in striving for growth without sacrifice and know that our culture creates and cultivates happy and dedicated employees, which we believe gives us the ability to deliver the highest level of customer service. The core values for Michigan Millers and Western National Insurance, Connectiveness – Accountability – Empowerment are incorporated into all that we do. Our workplace culture encourages employees to seek out learning opportunities and to strive for growth and development in the insurance industry. We understand the importance of a positive work community and a healthy workplace environment when striving for organizational success. Our emphasis on internal growth and maintaining healthy team relationships translates into external growth and building sustainable customer relationships. Does this opportunity interest you? Michigan Millers Mutual Insurance Company is seeking an Auto Claims Representative to join our team! The individual in this role will have the opportunity to investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve auto insurance claims. What are the responsibilities and opportunities of this role? Handles high volume, low-to-moderate complexity claims within settlement authority. Ensures customer service excellence. Investigates and reviews policy forms, facts, and documents that are related to claims to make appropriate decisions on claims resolutions. Establishes and reviews proper reserves for each claim based upon thorough investigation, evaluation, and experience while maintaining appropriate reports to ensure the current statuses of claims is clearly documented at all times. Provides direction to outside resources. Performs duties and activities covered by specific instructions, standard practices, and established procedures that generally require some interpretation. Gathers input and makes recommendations to solve problems of moderate complexity. Deals with moderately complex problems that must be broken down into manageable pieces. Sees relationships between problem components and prioritizes them. Utilizes knowledge, experience, and available resources to find solutions. Participates in development of improvements and helps implement changes. Maintains regular contact with customers (e.g., policyholders, claimants, agents) as well as regular contact with employees across the organization and outside vendors. Travels for field work as required. Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. Requirements What are the must-have qualifications for a candidate? Understanding of industry practices, standards, and claims concepts. Prior claims experience. Ability to multitask and solve problems. Proficient oral and written communication skills. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience. What will our ideal candidate have? Negotiation and relationship-building skills. Analytical with ability to exercise sound business judgment. Strong time management skills. Proficient use of various core systems, office and computer equipment, and software packages. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related experience. Working toward AIC or AINS certification is preferred. Compensation overview The targeted hiring range for this role is $56,240 - $77,330, annually. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, credentials, and experience of each candidate, as well as other factors such as the scope and location of the role. Candidates looking for compensation outside of the posted range are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on their individual qualifications and / or may be considered for other positions. Culture and Total Rewards We offer full-time employees a significant Total Rewards Package, including: Medical insurance options and other standard employee benefits, including dental insurance, vision benefits, life insurance, and more! Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) Plan (plus company match) Time Off - including vacation, volunteer, and holiday pay Paid Parental Leave Bonus opportunities Tuition assistance Wellness Program - including an onsite fitness studio Michigan Millers and Western National Insurance believe in supporting the balance between work and life by providing a flexible work environment, which includes a variety of hybrid work arrangements designed to balance individual, job, department, and company needs. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Michigan Millers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Responsibilities

The Auto Claims Representative will investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve auto insurance claims. This role involves handling high volume, low-to-moderate complexity claims while ensuring customer service excellence.