Auto Personal lines Claims Supervisor dedicated to quality investigation, adjustment and supervision of diverse cases. Blends strategic planning and leadership strengths to establish top-performing claims departments. Trains and mentors staff, optimizing compliance with policies, procedures and applicable laws.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Claims Supervisor
MetLife/Farmers Insurance Exchange
08.1996 - 08.2023
Monitored team performance, enforcing compliance with corporate claims processes and procedures.
Broad knowledge of Insurance Policies and Interpretation.
Knowledge of state regulations for total loss and bad faith handling.
Investigated, evaluated and adjusted personal lines total loss auto claims in accordance with standards and laws.
Optimized case management with establishment of best practices.
Built talented teams of 8 claim adjusters dedicated to timely and compliant resolutions.
Consistently met company goals
Determined proper course of action for claims processing.
Documented and communicated timely claims information while supporting accurate outcomes.
Championed insurance claims process by providing expert knowledge and building positive, trusting relationship to support customers during challenging times.
Exceeded customers' expectations by expeditiously and compassionately gathering required claim information to bring claims to finality.
Professionally handled claims with Attorneys, claimant carriers, agents and customers.
Professionally handled written correspondence to Division of Insurance and Attorney General complaints.
Led JD Power Net Promoter Score for customer satisfaction for our department and have consistently met our goals.
Handled payments for claims as well as to vendors such as rental companies, body shops, Investigative entities, customers, and others for accuracy and compliance.
Developed strategic plans for day-to-day claims operations.
Claims Adjuster
One Beacon Insurance Group, CGU Insurance
11.1995 - 08.1996
Handled over 300 pending claims for casualty, property, general liability, product liability, garage keeping and med pay/pip claims.
Reviewed police reports, medical treatment records, and physical property damage to determine extent of liability.
Evaluated insurance policies and analyzed damages to determine coverage.
Conducted comprehensive interviews of witnesses and claimants to gather facts and information.
Established relationships with clients and insurance companies to foster timely claims resolution.
Documented all investigation activity and presented reports to management.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies
Middlesex Community College - Bedford
Bedford, MA
High School Diploma -
Everett High School
Everett, MA
06.1984
Skills
Team Motivation
Strategic Goal Setting
Strategic Planning and Execution
Process Improvement and Resource Utilization
Claims Investigation and Research
MS office suite, CCC Pathways, Copart, CCC One
Performance monitoring and Corrective Actions
Negotiation Skills
Management and Organizational Skills
Conflict Resolution and Root Cause Analysis
Investigations and Exposure Management
Automobile Claims Specialist
Effective Customer Service and Rapport Building
Interviewing Techniques and Insurance Policy Knowledge
Maintaining Quality Assurance Standards Reviews
Handled claims in all 50 States
Licensed in following states: AZ, CA, FL, GA, LA, MD, NC, NH, RI, SC, TX, WV, WY
Timeline
Claims Supervisor
MetLife/Farmers Insurance Exchange
08.1996 - 08.2023
Claims Adjuster
One Beacon Insurance Group, CGU Insurance
11.1995 - 08.1996
Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies
Middlesex Community College - Bedford
High School Diploma -
Everett High School
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