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How much do claims unit manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for claims unit manager in Port Richey, FL is $77,893.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,300.00 and $93,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a claims unit manager?

Claims Unit Managers are professionals who oversee a team of claims adjusters or examiners within an insurance company. They are responsible for managing daily operations, ensuring claims are processed accurately and efficiently, and maintaining compliance with company policies and legal regulations. Claims Unit Managers also handle escalated or complex cases, provide training and mentorship to staff, and monitor performance metrics to improve service quality. Their role is essential in ensuring fair and timely settlements for policyholders while minimizing risk for the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a claims unit manager?

To thrive as a Claims Unit Manager, you need expertise in claims processing, insurance regulations, team leadership, and typically a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with claims management systems, data analysis tools, and, in some cases, certifications like AIC (Associate in Claims) are highly valued. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help foster an effective team environment and ensure high service standards. These skills and qualities are crucial to efficiently managing claims operations, minimizing risk, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

What are some common challenges faced by claims unit managers, and how can they effectively address them?

Claims Unit Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing workloads across their teams, ensuring compliance with ever-changing regulations, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. To address these, it's important to implement efficient workflow systems, provide ongoing training for staff on regulatory updates, and foster a collaborative team environment. Regular communication with both team members and upper management is also key to identifying bottlenecks early and implementing solutions proactively.

What is the difference between Claims Unit Manager vs Claims Adjuster?

AspectClaims Unit ManagerClaims Adjuster
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., CPCU, ARM), leadership experienceLicenses as required by state, insurance adjuster certifications
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role overseeing teams, administrative tasksField or office-based, evaluating claims and interviewing claimants
Employer & Industry UsageInsurance companies, third-party administratorsInsurance companies, independent adjusting firms
Search & Comparison IntentManagement, leadership, team oversightClaims evaluation, settlement, investigation

The Claims Unit Manager typically oversees a team of claims adjusters, focusing on management, strategy, and administrative duties. In contrast, a Claims Adjuster directly investigates and settles claims. Both roles require insurance knowledge and certifications, but the managerial position emphasizes leadership and team coordination, while the adjuster role centers on claim assessment and resolution.

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Workers' Compensation Claims Manager

Tampa, FL • On-site

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida
Food and Beverage Wholesalers • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Who We Are:
  • Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is a family-owned independent Coca-Cola bottler that is the third largest privately-held and the sixth largest independent Coca-Cola bottler in the United States.
  • Coke Florida sells, markets, manufactures and distributes over 600 products of The Coca-Cola Company and other partner companies including Monster Beverage Corporation and BODYARMOR.
  • In 2026, for the 5th year in a row, Coke Florida was named as a US Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal. This program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams in four key areas: strategy, ability to execute, corporate culture, and governance/financial performance.
What We Offer:
Eligible full time Coke Florida Associates can participate in our Total Rewards Program which includes:
  • Total Wellness Programs including health, dental and vision plans
  • 401K program with healthy company match
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation pay, and 10 company paid holidays*
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Competitive compensation

Coke Florida is searching for a Workers' Compensation Claims Manager to work out of our Tampa HQ office.
What you'll do:
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Claims Manager to serve as a key leader within the Enterprise Risk Management team. This role is intended for a seasoned workers' compensation professional who can independently manage complex and high-exposure claims, exercise sound judgment within delegated authority, and proactively drive outcomes aligned with Coke Florida's operational, financial, and employee-focused objectives.
Under the general direction of the Director of Enterprise Risk Management and the Senior Manager of Enterprise Risk Management, the Claims Manager is accountable for end-to-end oversight of Coke Florida's Workers' Compensation claims program. The role operates with a high degree of autonomy and is expected to make timely, well-reasoned decisions while coordinating with internal partners, third-party administrators, medical providers, defense counsel, and leadership.
Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Owns the management of Workers' Compensation claims from intake through resolution, including investigation, compensability determination, medical and indemnity management, reserving, negotiation, and settlement
  • Exercises independent judgment and decision-making authority on claims within the established Chart of Authority; escalates appropriately when warranted
  • Serves as the primary internal subject matter expert for Workers' Compensation claims and related regulatory requirements
  • Directs and oversees Third Party Administrators, nurse case managers, medical providers, and defense counsel to ensure effective, compliant, and cost-efficient claim handling while allowing the appropriated claim adjudication processes
  • Conducts regular audits of Workers' Compensation claim files, including compensability decisions, medical management, reserving accuracy, litigation strategy, and statutory compliance
  • Actively manages claim diaries and documentation within the RMIS system, ensuring data accuracy, reporting integrity, and regulatory compliance
  • Leads oversight and administration of the Return-to-Work (RTW) program in partnership with HR, Safety, and Operations
  • Partners with internal managers and supervisors on injury reporting, accident investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning
  • Provides technical direction and authority on complex, litigated, or high-exposure Workers' Compensation claims
  • Prepares, analyzes, and presents Workers' Compensation reports, loss trends, and performance metrics for leadership and business units
  • Identifies trends, emerging risks, and opportunities to reduce claim frequency, severity, duration, and overall cost of Workers' Compensation
  • Develops, tracks, and reports key performance indicators to evaluate claim outcomes, TPA performance, RTW effectiveness, and overall program results
  • Works closely with internal stakeholders including Operations, Human Resources, Legal, Safety, and the broader Enterprise Risk Management team to ensure aligned decision-making, consistent claim strategy, and proactive injury prevention and risk mitigation efforts

Skills and Education Required:
  • Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent combination of education and significant relevant experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive Workers' Compensation claims management experience, preferably in a large, self-insured or complex operational environment
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Workers' Compensation statutes, claims administration, medical management, and litigation processes
  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex, litigated, and high-exposure Workers' Compensation claims
  • Travel based on business needs

Additional skills that will strengthen your candidacy:
  • Proven ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively within a small, high-performing team
  • Strong understanding of Workers' Compensation legal and regulatory requirements
  • Experience managing a workers' compensation program for a private employer
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
  • High attention to detail with consistent follow-through
  • Ability to organize, document, and control both digital and physical claim records
  • Customer-focused mindset balanced with cost control and risk discipline

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Coke Florida reserves the right to revise the job description at any time and to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.
Employment with Coke Florida is at-will. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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