Senior Claims Adjuster, Field Service

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⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

📋 Claims Specialist

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The Hanover Insurance Group

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5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1852

🛡️ Insurance

🤝 B2B

👥 B2C

🔥 Funding within the last year

💰 $500M Post-IPO Debt - The Hanover Insurance Group on 2025-08

Insurance • B2B • B2C

The Hanover Insurance Group is an American property and casualty insurance company based in Worcester, Massachusetts. It provides both personal lines (home, auto, umbrella, renters, watercraft, collector cars, motorcycles, valuable items, and bundled policies) and commercial lines (business owner’s policies, general and professional liability, workers’ compensation, cyber, management liability, marine, property, surety, umbrella and industry-specific coverages). Hanover distributes through local agents and broker channels, offers claims services, risk solutions, education and prevention resources, and emphasizes corporate responsibility and customer support for individuals and businesses across a wide set of industries.

📋 Description

• Independently manage field property claims, including those requiring outside field investigations and catastrophe (CAT) response. • Lead thorough investigations, assess coverage, and issue appropriate documentation including reservation of rights and coverage letters. • Identify and proactively pursue opportunities to transfer risk to the appropriate entities for the benefit of insureds and business partners. • Maintain comprehensive and detailed claim records, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with jurisdictional requirements. • Identify and assign subrogation potential appropriately; set up files to support successful recovery efforts. • Ensure all claims activities comply with regulatory and company standards. • Execute jurisdictional compliance requirements and support others in understanding regulatory obligations. • Investigate and manage suspicious claims using advanced techniques and tools; refer to the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) as needed. • Set reserves, authorize payments, and make financial decisions within authority and contribute to reserving accuracy and efficiency. • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including legal, underwriting, vendors, and agents. • Use advanced tools and analytics to identify trends, correct inconsistencies, and improve claims handling efficiency. • Maintain comprehensive factual and organized claim records and prepares detailed reports summarizing findings and recommendations. • Serve as a mentor to junior adjusters, providing guidance on complex claims, compliance, and litigation processes. • Deliver empathetic, clear communication throughout the claims process.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with claim handling. • Typically requires 5–10 years of adjusting experience. • Strong knowledge of local geography, regulations, and public safety agencies. • Ability to build rapport with insureds and navigate the insurance and legal climate. • Strong working knowledge of applicable statues, regulations, case law, and third-party legal liability concepts. • Skilled in negotiation and developing strategies to influence outcomes. • Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making, including litigation and compliance matters. • Communicates clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats across a variety of situations. • Highly organized with the ability to manage complex workflows and project work. • Makes informed decisions based on thorough analysis of complex issues. • Ability to collaborate with internal and external experts. • Ability to quickly assess customer concerns and anticipate questions. • Skilled in using claims systems and Microsoft Office Suite. • Ability to use a personal computer and other standard office equipment. • Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods. • Ability to travel as necessary. • Ability to work in a fast paced, changing or stressful environment. • Ability to perform work in a noisy/loud work environment. • May be required to have and maintain sufficient home-based internet connection. • Ability to operate a motor vehicle 4-5 hours per day and to get in and out of the vehicle numerous times during the day. • Ability to load and unload equipment and supplies weighing up to 30 pounds from a motor vehicle as needed to perform field work. • Ability to bend, walk, and climb for several consecutive hours while inspecting damaged buildings. • Ability to use a ladder safely to get on and off roofs and maintain balance while inspecting roofs. • Ability to perform field work in adverse weather.

🏖️ Benefits

• Must have and maintain appropriate state adjuster licenses, continuing education credits, and a valid driver’s license.