Property Claims Apprentice
Job Description
Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having flexibility and time for all the things that are important to you. It?s an opportunity to do something meaningful, each and every day. It?s having support for your mental, physical, financial and… professional needs. It means sharpening your skills and growing your career. And it means working in an environment that celebrates diversity and is fair and inclusive. A career at Sedgwick is where passion meets purpose to make a positive impact on the world through the people and organizations we serve. If you are someone who is driven to make a difference, who enjoys a challenge and above all, if you?re someone who cares, there?s a place for you here. Join us and contribute to Sedgwick being a great place to work. Great Place to Work?Most Loved Workplace?Forbes Best-in-State Employer Property Claims Apprentice PRIMARY PURPOSE: To be oriented and trained as new industry professional with the ability to analyze property losses and complete a capstone project. Property Apprenticeship is a 12-month program. This is an office-based training program exposing early career colleagues to Field and Desk-based adjusting roles, structured with a 12-month curriculum. Successful apprentice graduates should receive an interim mid-program pay increase upon completion and progress to the POA Trainee program to continue a career at Sedgwick. THIS IS AN “IN-OFFICE” POSITION. THE CANDIDATE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Completes non-complex projects as assigned by management. Attends and completes designated classroom and field property claims professional training program. Performs on-the-job training activities including: Shadows experts to investigate and assemble facts from an insurance perspective. Documents claims files and properly coding claim activity. Partners with claim lead to observe claim action/processing communication with claimant and client. Supports other adjusters and managers with larger or more complex claims as assigned. Develops and presents a capstone project at the conclusion of the program. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. Travels as required. QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing High school diploma or GED required. TUITION REIMBURSEMENT IS AVAILABLE. Skills & Knowledge Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products Analytical and interpretive skills Strong organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent negotiating skills Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports Ability to work in a team environment Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies 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: Computer keyboarding 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. Must be able to climb a ladder. 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 Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position. 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. Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do. Caring counts Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions. Every day, in every time zone, the most well-known and respected organizations place their trust in us to help their employees regain health and productivity, guide their consumers through the claims process, protect their brand and minimize business interruptions. Our more than 30,000 colleagues across 80 countries embrace our shared purpose and values as they demonstrate what it means to work for an organization committed to doing the right thing ? one where caring counts. Watch this video to learn more about us
