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Company Overview
Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.
Job Summary
Handle moderate to complex casualty claims independently, including Construction Defect, General Liability (Injury and Property Damage), Commercial Transportation, and Auto Bodily Injury claims.
Work Location
This position offers both remote and hybrid work locations. Candidates who reside within 50 miles of an office location (West Bend, Madison, Appleton) will be offered a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are fully remote (beyond 50 miles) may occasionally be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and corporate events.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
At West Bend, we believe claims handling is more than managing files. It's about helping customers navigate challenging situations while delivering expertise, sound judgment, and exceptional service. We're looking for an experienced claims professional to independently manage complex casualty claims and serve as a trusted technical resource within our claims organization.
What You'll Do
Investigate, evaluate, negotiate, and resolve moderate to highly complex casualty claims from initial loss through final disposition. This role handles a diverse and challenging caseload that may include:
Construction Defect claims
General Liability claims involving bodily injury and property damage
Commercial Transportation and Trucking claims
Commercial and Personal Auto Bodily Injury claims
High-exposure and litigated casualty losses
You'll independently evaluate coverage, liability, damages, and claim exposure while ensuring compliance with policy provisions, legal requirements, and department standards. Responsibilities include:
Conducting thorough investigations and analyzing evidence to support claim decisions
Evaluating policy coverage, liability, damages, and risk exposure
Establishing and maintaining appropriate claim reserves
Negotiating settlements and resolving complex claims efficiently and effectively
Managing litigated files and partnering with defense counsel on claim strategy
Preparing reservation of rights, coverage position, and denial letters
Reviewing contracts, indemnification agreements, and risk transfer provisions
Collaborating with insureds, claimants, attorneys, expert vendors, law enforcement, and other stakeholders
Analyzing accident reports, driver records, electronic logging data, medical records, and other claim documentation
Serving as a technical resource and mentor to team members by providing guidance, coaching, and training
Delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining quality, audit, and compliance standards
What You'll Bring to the Role
Significant experience handling casualty claims, including complex bodily injury exposures
Prior commercial trucking and transportation claims experience preferred
Experience managing litigated files and working directly with attorneys
Strong coverage analysis, liability evaluation, and investigative skills
Advanced knowledge of policy interpretation, contracts, risk transfer, and indemnification agreements
Sound negotiation, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage multiple complex claims while maintaining strong customer relationships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Insurance designations or coursework such as CPCU, AIC, AINS, ARM, SCLA, or similar professional education are a plus
Why You'll Love It Here
You'll join a collaborative team that values expertise, supports professional growth, and trusts you to make an impact. Here, you'll tackle meaningful and challenging claims, serve as a technical leader for others, and help deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers.
Share in Our Success
At West Bend, we believe great work should be rewarded. In addition to competitive compensation and outstanding benefits, eligible employees can earn an annual Performance Bonus Plan payout of up to 18% of base salary , based on both company and individual performance. When you help drive our success, you'll share in the rewards.
Salary Statement
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$90,000.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
Benefits
West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:
Medical & Prescription Insurance
Health Savings Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and Accidental Death & Disability
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates Bonus eligible based on performance
West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.
EEO
West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.