Claims Representative Commercial Lines - Entry Level at Sentry Insurance Agency

Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Claim investigations, Liability assessment, Coverage verification, Compensability analysis, Investigative skills, Documentation, Customer service, Communication, Time management, Technological aptitude, Insurance regulations, Conflict resolution, Data analysis, Critical thinking, Attention to detail

Industry

Insurance

Description

Join our Commercial Auto team by leading claim investigations, assessing liability, and driving fast, fair resolutions for policyholders. This position will be located at our Stevens Point, WI office following the hybrid work model and is NOT available for remote work. What You'll Do: As an Entry Level Claims Representative, you will: Gain knowledge to verify coverage, compensability, and reasonable payments by thoroughly reviewing the policy, reviewing accident details, and other pertinent information related to the claim. Develop investigative claims skills by taking and reviewing recorded statements from involved parties and witnesses, reviewing police reports, and other pertinent evidence. Build knowledge to evaluate claims exposure appropriately, establishing timely reserves. Comply with industry regulations, legal requirements, and internal company policies through thorough documentation of all decisions, correspondence, and discussions that occur throughout the life cycle of the claim. Support customers with empathy and understanding, assisting them through difficult situations and effectively communicating the claims process, ongoing claim status, and decisions, including the reasoning behind them. Ability to obtain and maintain state licensing requirements. What it Takes: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Previous insurance related and/or customer service experience is preferred. Ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing Ability to exercise effective time management skills. Shows technological aptitude. Associate must have the ability to travel as necessary to satisfactorily complete their job responsibilities as assigned. What You'll Receive: At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you’ll receive. Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office. As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office. Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office. 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future. Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle. Well-being and Employee Assistance programs Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving. About Sentry: We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction. Our bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we’re one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority. Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth. Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await! Associate Talent Acquisition Specialist Tha Xiong Tha.Xiong@sentry.com Equal Employment Opportunity Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation. Our associates are the most important part of our company. We became one of the most financially strong mutual insurance companies in the U.S. by striving to provide the best possible service to our business customers. We do this by having conversations, forming relationships, and getting to know the people we work with and their businesses. We make that same commitment to our associates. When you join Sentry, we don’t just want you to perform tasks each day. We want you to enjoy your time with us. You’re in the driver’s seat of your career path here—sharing feedback, creating goals, accessing professional development resources, and identifying how you can contribute to both your success and the success of the company. Yes, we work hard. But we work with the purpose of helping others, and with the understanding that there’s more to life than work. We invite you to learn more about us. You’ll find we’re much more than insurance.

Responsibilities

The Claims Representative will lead claim investigations, assess liability, and ensure fair resolutions for policyholders. They are responsible for verifying coverage, documenting decisions, and providing empathetic support to customers throughout the claims process.