What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Claims Specialist position at The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.?
The Weitz Company is growing our Legal team! We are hiring a Legal Claims Specialist to be responsible for the facilitation of construction claims. This highly detailed individual will review incoming claims and gather documentation while coordinating with stakeholders. The Legal Claims Specialist will also monitor ongoing claims and close out claims in a timely manner. If you take pride in executing high quality work in an efficient and accurate manner, this could be a great role for you!
The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.
What You’ll Do:
- Review, assess, and process incoming claims
- Verify information and ensure accuracy of documentation
- Track and monitor claim status to provide regular updates to appropriate parties
- Prepare and submit necessary documentation to insurance carriers, attorneys, and internal stakeholders
- Coordinate with project teams and stakeholders to obtain necessary information to process claims
- Prepare detailed reports/summaries on the status/outcome of claims
- Update and maintain accurate records in claims management system
- Analyze data to identify processing trends and provide recommendations for process improvement
- Serve as the primary point of contact for insurance carriers, attorneys, and consultants to provide updates and facilitate discovery responses/requests
- Ensure policies, procedures, and practices are compliant with regulations
- Investigate and review discrepancies/issues related to claims
- Provide additional administrative support to Legal, Risk, and Claims Management as needed
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience:
- 5 years of experience in a legal-related role or facilitation of claims processing
- Degree required – an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
- Skills:
- Detail-oriented and a high level of accuracy
- Critical thinker who is comfortable asking questions and digging deeper
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of confidentiality and professionalism
- Extremely organized and skilled at multi-tasking
- Firm but fair approach in all business dealings to protect the interests of the organization
- Strong work ethic with a desire to provide excellent customer service
- Technology:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire
- Additional Requirements:
- Ability to travel quarterly
What We Offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Rewarding Bonus Program
- Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
- Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Fully Paid Parental Leave
- Voluntary Products Including: Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
- Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.
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The Company is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment (minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable. Click here to review our Privacy Notice.
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