Commercial Auto Claims Specialist

The IAT Insurance Group is seeking a Commercial Auto Claims Specialist who can be located in one of the following offices:
Alpharetta, GA;
Cheshire, CT;
Scottsdale, AZ;
Naperville, IL;
Rolling Meadows, IL;
Omaha, NE;
Raleigh, NC. The role handles complex commercial trucking claims across the United States, investigating the extent of the company's liability and managing injury claims from inception to conclusion, which may include attorney-represented and litigation cases. This is a hybrid role: in-office Monday through Wednesday at one of the listed offices, with the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

For the ideal candidate, fully remote work will be considered.

• Handles complex, high‑exposure commercial auto claims
• Presents cases to senior management for reserving and direction; verifies and analyzes applicable coverage for the reported loss
• Evaluates, negotiates, and authorizes settlements within designated authority
• Directs and manages vendors and counsel, including approval of defense budgets
• Maintains resident/nonresident adjuster licenses as required
• Travel as required to handle catastrophic claims, attend mediations and settlement conferences
• Performs other duties as assigned

Must Have:

• HS degree/GED with 5+ years of relevant claims experience
• Insurance licenses to comply with state and IAT requirements
• Experience handling commercial claims and bodily injury claims
• Appropriate claims license
• Strong customer service skills
• Experience handling 3rd-party claims
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to set priorities and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Authorized to work in the United States and not require visa sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred to Have:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree
• Experience working in task-based claims systems
• Considerable experience handling litigated bodily injury claims
• Completion of AIC, CPCU, or other similar program

The annual base salary range for this posting is $60,600 – $95,700
. The total compensation includes base salary, performance-based bonuses, 401(k) match, profit sharing opportunities, and more. Actual salaries vary based on qualifications, skills, and location.

• Hybrid work environment with the option to work from the office Monday through Wednesday and remotely Thursday and Friday; remote work may be considered fully for the ideal candidate
• 26 PTO days (entry level) + 12 company holidays = 38 paid days off
• 7% 401(k) company match and additional profit sharing
• Training and development opportunities; healthcare and wellness programs
• Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses; college loan assistance support plan; educational assistance; mentorship program; dress for your day policy

We are the largest private, family-owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S. IAT Insurance Group believes in an open and supportive culture, collaboration, and teamwork. We are committed to driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth, and building an engaging workplace for our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.

Employment type: Full-time.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level.