Job Description

Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster

Say hello to Hagerty

Hagerty is a company built by drivers for drivers. We put our members at the center of everything we do, and are dedicated to making it easier and more enjoyable for enthusiasts to drive and celebrate the machines they love. We’re proud to be the world’s largest insurer of collectible and enthusiast vehicles and are home to the Hagerty Drivers Club, the world’s largest car club. Our Marketplace business presents live and digital sales across the U.S. and Europe, we host a number of driving events and concours, and our award-winning automotive journalists produce the most popular car magazine globally, alongside internationally awarded videos. We’re committed to Never Stop Driving. Ready to get in the driver’s seat? Join us!

As a Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster, you’ll handle all aspects of third-party injury claims resulting from personal auto losses, including the investigation, evaluation, and settlement of Bodily Injury claims. Under moderate supervision using company guidelines, the adjuster should make appropriate decisions regarding coverage and injury claim values. Working remotely is an option for this role.

What you'll do

• Make timely and appropriate contacts with necessary parties and take detailed recorded statements to determine liability and obtain injury information
• Determine and complete appropriate level of investigation which includes but is not limited to reviewing policy contracts and communicating with underwriting for coverage determinations
• Determine exposure, establishes adequate initial reserves and make timely adjustments to reserves as required
• Promptly adjust personal lines auto claims across the United States while adhering to the company’s Best Practices and Fair Claim Handling Guidelines
• Complete thorough coverage and liability investigations, assess the appropriate negligence percentage to the parties involved and resolve disputes
• Obtain and review necessary medical documentation in order to evaluate, negotiate and settle minor to moderate bodily injury claims directly with claimants or their attorneys
• Draft coverage letters
• Submit timely and accurate large loss reports to management
• Consistently provide excellent customer service
• Identify subrogation potential and pursue when appropriate
• Provide backup assistance to team members when necessary
• Effectively manage workload and tasks to keep claims current and documented appropriately

This might describe you

• Bachelor’s degree desired
• Experience handling bodily injury and liability claims in a multi-state area preferred
• Experience handling litigation preferred
• Effective and efficient use of computer applications including MS Office products
• Excellent organizational skills and written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in multiple jurisdictions is desired
• Must be detailed oriented
• Must be able to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Ability to work with highly confidential information
• Must be licensed and bondable
• Ability to work independently
• Must be able to travel to the home office on a quarterly basis if working remotely
• Familiarity of public company requirements, including Sarbanes Oxley and key regulations, if applicable. 

Other things to note

• This position is open to U.S. remote work. However, team members who reside within 20 miles of the Traverse City headquarters will follow a hybrid schedule, working from the office three days per week.
• Familiarity with public company requirements, including Sarbanes Oxley and key regulations, if applicable. For SOX compliant roles, responsible for designing, executing, and documenting internal controls where they have been identified as owners to prevent errors in financial reporting, processes, and business operations. Including attestation to the completeness, accuracy, and compliance of all financial reporting data, where applicable.

Say hello to Hagerty

Hagerty is an automotive enthusiast brand and the world’s largest membership organization. Along with being a best-in-class provider of specialty insurance for enthusiasts, Hagerty is also home to the Hagerty Drivers Foundation, Garage + Social, Hagerty Drivers Club, Marketplace and so much more. Committed to saving driving for future generations, each and every thing Hagerty does is dedicated to the love of the automobile.

Hagerty is a rapidly growing company that values a winning culture. We provide meaningful work for and invest in every single team member.

At Hagerty, we share the road. We are an inclusive automotive community where all are welcomed, valued and belong regardless of race, gender, age, or car preference.  We are united by our shared passion for driving, our commitment to preserve car culture for future generations and our desire to make a positive impact in the world.

If you reside in the following jurisdictions: Illinois, Colorado, California, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, or Jersey City, New Jersey, Cincinnati or Toledo, Ohio, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, British Columbia, Canada please email recruiting@hagerty.com for compensation, comprehensive benefits and the perks that set us apart. 

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!