Job Description

Company Description

Who We Are

With every job, there’s always the question of “why”. Why join a company? Why be part of their mission? Here, the why is easy. It’s because at some point, we’ve all needed someone there for us.

At the OTIP Group of Companies (OGC), we believe that something special happens when employees feel valued for the work they do, supported as the people they are, and included in the very fabric of the organization: they bring their best to work every day. And that's why we mean it when we say we put our people at the centre of everything we do. Join us as we grow our way into a future that reimagines what it means to deliver meaningful benefits support and service.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

Reporting to the Bilingual Claims Adjuster - Automobile is responsible for serving the members through the investigation and settlement of minor to moderate automobile claims. This includes establishing prompt relationships with insured members, detailed investigation of coverage, liability and quantum ensuring fiduciary, regulatory and contractual compliance, and adhering to organization service standards, operational targets and core competencies.

Reporting to the National Auto Claims Manager, the core parts of your role will be to:

Deliver a superior customer experience which includes responding to all general inquires, initiating and maintain contact with insured members, and assists with commodity claims overflow.
Confirm coverage for incoming claims by reviewing and compiling facts, obtaining technical reports from various parties as required, completing contractual auto coverage analysis and assessing quantum, reviewing subrogation opportunities, negotiating and resolving automobile insurance claims of minor to moderate nature in a timely manner.
Coordinate, direct and follow up on work activities performed by outside service providers to completion.
Ensure all correspondence is completed in a time efficient/effective manner including the creation of Critical Path, Proof of Loss, waivers and reservation rights letters.
Gather information from insured members, civil authorities, police, witnesses and other insurers to complete a timely investigation of the motor vehicle accident.
Maintain quality service and adheres to organizational standards to deal with all aspects of file handling including reserving, expense and loss control, questionable claims, and creating defined disposition plans for future handling leading to file closure.
Assist and participate in all dispute forums related to policy coverage on behalf of key stakeholders. Provide support and assembles documentation on items in dispute along with resolution recommendations.
Keep claims information confidential to protect operations and insured members.
Responsible for data integrity, issuance of payments to vendors, insureds and experts and to maintain well-organized claim file while ensuring accuracy of data input.
Adhere to partner's guidelines, contracts, and insurance regulations to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
Actively participate in coaching and training sessions and collaborate with team members and management.
Take an active role in creating an environment of continuous improvement of work efficiencies and highlight value work.
Perform other duties within competence, as assigned.

Qualifications

Let’s Talk About You:

This is the unique blend of skills and experience we would love to see in an ideal candidate:

A post-secondary education and/or college diploma within related field.
CIP designation or working towards designation.
Provincial adjusters license as required; Ability to acquire same.
2+ years’ experience with a good understanding of the automobile policy.
Ability to communicate in French is required.
Excellent communication skills verbal and written to effectively work with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong time management and organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
Current Microsoft Office working knowledge.
Ability to learn and adapt in a fast-pace environment including working with various computer programs, databases and software.
Ability to work independently and as part of collaborative team environment.

We also consider your potential.If you know you have what it takes to do the job, but your experience doesn’t exactly match the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply and provide us with more details about why you think you would be a great fit.

Additional Information

Salary Range:

This position offers a competitive salary within a range of $60,430 to $83,119, along with rewarding bonuses that recognize your dedication.

At the OTIP Group of Companies (OGC), we value transparency and take multiple factors into account when determining your starting salary, including your skills, experience, and alignment with the role as well as internal equity, while positioning you for continued growth and recognition over time.

Some of the Perks We Offer:

We offer best-in-class pension and benefits, total reward programs and comprehensive mental wellness support to set you up for every success in and outside of work. Here are just some of the reasons you’ll love working here:

Defined benefit pension plan for a financially confident retirement
100% coverage of approved continuing education and licensing fees (including RIBO courses in Ontario)
Access to a wealth of learning resources, including LinkedIn Learning for professional development
Flexible work-from-home and hybrid options
Unlock your potential with opportunities for advancement

Recruitment Process:

Please note that we do not currently use artificial intelligence (AI) in our recruitment process and this position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

OTIP and its group of companies strive to create an accessible and inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the recruitment and selection processes and provide accommodations for persons with disabilities.

As a business, we protect what matters most to our members. As an employer, we value what matters most in our workplace. Together, this includes fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to learning and evolving so we can continue to celebrate what makes us special. You are who you are, and our differences are what make us unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Let’s work together! If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online.

#LI-Hybrid

#IND-HP

Curo Claims Services Inc.

Open Positions

Bilingual Claims Adjuster - Automobile