Senior Representative, Claims (Atlantic)

Definity includes some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. With strong roots that date back to 1871, we’ve grown to become a digital leader in the insurance industry. We’re proud to help our clients and communities adapt and thrive in a world of constant change.

Our promise to you: It’s better here. Why? Because we CARE, and we provide an employee experience that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative P&C insurers. Come be a part of our journey, and love what you do.

Definity offers a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Leaders partner with their teams to find the right balance of on-site and remote work that best meets the needs of their teams, colleagues, brokers and customers, while ensuring collaboration, teamwork and accountability for goals.

Reporting to the Team Leader, Casualty, and will be accountable for the investigation and settlement of senior level third party bodily injury and casualty claims.  This includes Automobile, Homeowners, and Commercial third party claims. This is to support the casualty teams in Atlantic, must have a NB license.

What can you expect in this role?

• Reporting to the Team Leader, Casualty, and will be accountable for the investigation and settlement of senior level third party bodily injury and casualty claims.  This includes Automobile, Homeowners, and Commercial third party claims. 
• Investigating claims to determine liability and quantum
• Confirming policy coverage
• Maintaining detailed file records on an electronic claims system
• Attending/participating in mediations, pre-trials and settlement initiatives,  as a representative of Economical Insurance
• Settle claims directly with the injured party and with plaintiff lawyers

What do you bring to the role?

• University degree, a college diploma or the CIP designation
• Minimum 3 years of claims handling experience in Bodily Injury/Casualty Litigation
• Notable Commercial General Liability Claims handling experience, both Bodily Injury and Property damage.   
• Professional, friendly and courteous in all interactions, whether with customers or co-workers
• Perform well in a busy operation and remain calm under pressure
• Team player adaptable to a changing environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it, and we’ve got it: 

• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Company share ownership program
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Discounts on products and services

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: [email protected]

Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).

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