Responsibilities
Our Claim Trainee Development Program takes an organization wide approach to developing the foundational skills required of a successful claim professional. Claim Trainees learn to perform the required analysis, investigation and claim handling functions, enabling them to make appropriate recommendations involving claim strategy, management, and resolution. The Claim Trainee Development Program includes a combination of activities aimed at providing the individual a full understanding of the claim department, as well as how it functions within the organization.
The program includes networking and mentoring, as well as professional development and assignments including:
Business unit rotations across the Great American Insurance Group that involve claim handling, job shadowing, claims systems training, and special assignments, allowing for broad exposure to the organization
Obtaining the P&C Staff Adjuster License
Earning the preeminent claims designation, the Associate in Claims, from The Institutes
Participation in Great American University and Claim College seminars and workshops
Participation in Toastmasters to develop communication and public speaking skills
Structured networking opportunities to meet the people across Great American’s many business units and learn the different roles in the industry
Various reading assignments and self-study courses on a diverse range of insurance topics, providing a foundation of claims and general insurance knowledge
Successful candidates have come to Great American with 1-2 years of experience in a variety of industries including the medical field, construction, restoration, the legal profession, customer service, criminal justice, and retail management.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
3.5 preferred GPA, with a 3.0 minimum GPA for consideration
Proven work track record through work experience, co-ops, or internships
Proven leadership through work experience, extracurricular activities, or civic involvement
Strong critical, analytical and investigative skills
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Excellent planning, time management and organizational skills
Juris Doctorate and MBA graduates are encouraged to apply
Business Unit
Corporate Claims
Benefits
We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.
Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.
Excludes seasonal employees and interns.
