About the Role
As an Associate Claim Rep, Outside Property, you will receive comprehensive training in claim handling, customer service, and policy interpretation while working alongside experienced claim professionals. This position focuses on developing your skills and knowledge to successfully manage 1st party property claims. Upon successful completion of the program, you will have the skills needed to handle claims independently and progress toward full claims handling responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Actively participate in structured training classes covering insurance policies, specific claim processes, systems, and procedures.
- Review, investigate, and document 1st party property claims under close supervision.
- Gather information from policyholders, claimants, witnesses, and third-party providers.
- Investigate and evaluate all relevant facts and information, determining and applying coverage for building damages per policy terms.
- Establish accurate scope of damages for building and contents losses and utilizes as a basis for written estimates and/or computer assisted estimates.
- Provide timely and professional communication to customers, claimants, and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of claim activity in claim management systems.
- Demonstrate openness to continuous learning, particularly in AI and digital transformation.
- Adapt to new technology implementations, system upgrades, and digital tool rollouts while maintaining productivity and service quality.
- Acquire and maintain Insurance License(s) and/or a UAS Remote Pilot Certification as required.
- Participate in the Catastrophe Response Program, which could include deployment to assist customers in other states.
- Access and inspect all areas of a dwelling or structure, which is physically demanding requiring the ability to carry, set up and climb a ladder, walk on roofs, and enter tight spaces.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Previous internship or work experience in customer service or insurance.
- Willingness to obtain an active adjuster license where required by state law.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); willingness to learn claims management and estimating software.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement and make effective decisions within established authority.
- Exceptional customer service skills and commitment to providing a positive experience for insureds and claimants.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Basic conflict resolution skills; willingness to learn techniques for facilitating productive discussions and negotiations.
- Demonstrated openness to continuous learning.
- High School Diploma or GED and one year of customer service experience.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reside or be willing to relocate at own expense to the assigned territory (New York City area).
Skills
- Claim handling
- Customer service
- Policy interpretation
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Claims management software
- Estimating software
- Communication skills
- Judgement
- Decision making
- Organizational skills
- Conflict resolution
- Continuous learning
- AI
- Digital transformation
Location
- Remote
- New York City area
Work Type
- Remote
- Mobile work
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Associate
- Entry level
Education Level
- Bachelor's Degree
- High School Diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $52,600.00 - $86,800.00
Benefits
- Health Insurance from day one
- 401(k) matching
- Paying it Forward Savings Program for student loan debt
- Pension Plan
- 20 days Paid Time Off annually
- Nine paid company Holidays
- Wellness Program
- Mental health program
- Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program
About the Company
- Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other.
- Travelers has maintained its reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years.
- A culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration.
Equal Opportunity
- Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.
- We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.
- In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions.
