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Mandy Hurst

Mandy Hurst

Stephens City,USA

Summary

Experienced in managing high caseloads within fast-paced environments, organized, driven, and adaptable Insurance Specialist with excellent planning and problem-solving abilities. Successfully navigated complex insurance processes for the past 15 years. Willingness to take on any challenge consistently delivers exceptional results.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AUTO CLAIMS REPRESENTATIVE

WESTFIELD INSURANCE
03.2015 - 05.2023
  • Investigated thoroughly to obtain relevant facts concerning all aspects of the claim, such as coverage, liability, legal climate, potential exposure, and damages, and makes decisions, where appropriate, on claim resolution.
  • Maintained effective and ongoing communications with insureds, claimants, agents, attorneys, other insurance companies, representatives, vendors, and company personnel.
  • Collaborated with internal/external business partners, and large account customers, seeking and/or aiding or input when needed.
  • Ensured compliance with company guidelines, state regulations, and federal laws during all aspects of claims handling process.
  • Handled total loss cases by determining value of damaged vehicles using market research tools and negotiating settlements accordingly.
  • Assessed damage to vehicles and determined appropriate repair costs based on industry standards.
  • Carried out administrative tasks by communicating with clients, distributing mail, and scanning documents.

CLAIMS ADJUSTER

NATIONWIDE INSURANCE
04.2010 - 03.2015
  • Maintained effective and on-going communication with insured's, claimants, agents, and other insurance companies.
  • Implemented daily tasks by training new associates in the Property Damage Subrogation unit.
  • Served as an Arbitration Forums Panelist.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Controlled loss ratios by investigating, evaluating and settling claims up to $500,000 in value.
  • Calculated damages based on relevant factors such as repair costs, replacement value, and depreciation.
  • Maintained thorough knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines governing claims handling practices.

Education

Master's Degree - Public Administration, Concentration in Non-Profitable Organizations

DeVry-Keller School of Management
Columbus, Ohio

Bachelor's Degree - Applied Management, Minor in Global Business/Marketing

Franklin University
Columbus, Ohio

Skills

  • Claims investigation
  • Insurance regulations knowledge
  • Damage assessment
  • Subrogation and arbitration
  • Total loss claims
  • Policy interpretation
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Time management abilities
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork skills

Certification

Property & Casualty Adjuster License

Timeline

AUTO CLAIMS REPRESENTATIVE

WESTFIELD INSURANCE
03.2015 - 05.2023

CLAIMS ADJUSTER

NATIONWIDE INSURANCE
04.2010 - 03.2015

Master's Degree - Public Administration, Concentration in Non-Profitable Organizations

DeVry-Keller School of Management

Bachelor's Degree - Applied Management, Minor in Global Business/Marketing

Franklin University
Mandy Hurst