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Marine Adjuster

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

Primary Purpose

To investigate and process marine claims adjustments for clients; to handle complex losses locally unassisted up to $50,000 and assist the department on larger losses.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Investigate the cause and extent of the damages, obtain appropriate documentation, and issue settlement.
• Receive and review new claims and maintain data integrity in the claims system.
• Review survey reports and insurance policies to determine insurance coverage.
• Prepare settlement documents and request payment for the claim and expenses.
• Assist in preparing loss experience report to help determine profitability and calculate adequate future rates.

Additional Functions and Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Appropriate state adjuster license is required.

Experience

3 years or more of Marine Adjusting preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

Work Environment

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical

Must be able to stand and / or walk for long periods of time. Must be able to kneel, squat or bend. Must be able to work outdoors in hot and / or cold weather conditions. Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching / working overhead. Be able to lift / carry up to 50 pounds. Be able to push / pull up to 100 pounds. Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day. Must have continual use of manual dexterity. Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

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.