Claims Representative

Global Aerospace is a leading provider of insurance to the aviation and aerospace industries. We are recruiting for a Claims Representative in our Morris Plains, NJ office. Global operates on a hybrid work schedule and has a state of the art office offering plenty of amenities to our employees. This role is responsible for the adjustment and settlement of first- and third-party bodily injury and property damage claims and lawsuits in accordance with Company policies and procedures. Set up and maintain claim files, evaluate liability and damages issues, negotiate settlements with insureds and third-party claimants, prepare outgoing correspondence, prepare claim payments, evaluate and prepare recommendations on claim subrogation. Further duties and responsibilities are listed below : Manage assigned bodily injury and property damage claim files, including evaluation of claims, evaluation of coverages, establish reserves, and negotiation / settlement of claims- Manage outside legal counsel on claims requiring litigation- Efficiently resolve complex, severe exposure claims, using high-service oriented file handlingInvestigate, evaluate and settle claims, applying technical knowledge and human relations skills to effect fair and prompt resolution of cases in effective and efficient manner- Manage, analyze and respond to incoming claim documentation- Ensure timely and accurate entry of new claims into financial and claims management systems- Review invoices and other billings for appropriateness and authorize for payment within authority- Investigate claims, including obtaining witness statements, investigating reasonableness of claim, surveying loss or retaining appropriate external investigation resources- Use variety of tools, including internet, to research and complete projects as assigned- Professionally and timely communicate with insureds and claimants to assemble required claim documentation- Present assigned claims at claims reviews to insureds, brokers, and insurers- Domestic and International travel from 20% to 30% is required.Skills / Experience : - Property and Casualty Claims experience is preferred- High level of expertise in negotiating and influencing outcomes- High level of problem-solving aptitude- Strong customer focus and ability to identify and respond to customer needs- Ability to analyze problems / situations in terms of long-range goals and recommend a course of action- Excellent written / verbal communication skills- Ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment with supervised direction- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.Preferred : - Aviation experience- Insurance adjuster licenses- Juris Doctor degree may be helpful but is not required