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At Zurich North America Claims we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA Claims hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional circumstances requiring in-office attendance should be expected. The candidate selected for this opportunity should be able to report into [one of] the following North American Claims office[s]: Atlanta, GA; Addison, TX; Schaumburg, IL; Omaha, NE.

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Zurich is hiring a Claims Specialist I to join our dynamic Auto Direct Markets Claims Team. This role offers an incredible opportunity to grow your expertise by interpreting, investigating, and evaluating auto policies and coverage issues while mastering claims handling and industry best practices.

As a Claims Specialist, you will manage auto liability property damage and Direct Market/Garagekeepers losses involving dealership inventory and vendors responsible for customer vehicles. You’ll own your claims from start to finish, resolving them efficiently while building strong partnerships with customers and brokers. In doing so, you’ll play a key role in Zurich’s commitment to exceptional service.

At Zurich North America Claims we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA Claims hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional circumstances requiring in-office attendance should be expected. 

Candidates for this role should be able to report on a hybrid work schedule to one of our North American Claims office locations, including: Atlanta, GA; Addison, TX; Schaumburg, IL; Omaha, NE

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area
  OR
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 4 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area
  OR
• Completion of the Zurich Claims Training Program and and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area
  OR
• Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 2 or more years of experience in the Claims or Insurance area
• Must obtain and maintain required adjuster license(s)
• Microsoft Office experience
• Knowledge of insurance regulations, markets and products
• Prior experience in auto claims handling, insurance claims, or a related customer service field. Understanding of auto insurance policies, coverage, and state regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience handling Auto Liability Property Damage (PD) claims, including investigation, liability determination, and damage evaluation.
• Direct experience managing Garagekeepers coverage claims, including losses involving dealership inventory and customer vehicles in the care, custody, or control of an insured.
• Experience handling Direct Market auto claims, including third-party property damage exposures.
• Familiarity with dealership operations, service departments, and vendor relationships impacting customer vehicle claims.
• Strong understanding of negligence principles, subrogation, and vendor liability exposure.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting garage policies, endorsements, and coverage forms.
• Ability to manage complex claims involving multiple parties, vendors, and disputed liability.
• Strong understanding of insurance industry terminology
• Proven analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and adapt in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - Dallas, AM - Addison, AM - Omaha, AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No 
 
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