SIU Filed Investigator

Interested candidates must apply on The Hartford's website. Go to:  Then scroll to bottom of the page and selected "Careers".

• This SIU Investigator will be responsible for assignments in Virginia and the Northern North Carolina areas.
• Assignments may include investigations directly referred by the claim staff, or losses reviewed by the filed investigator proactively which may be appropriate for SIU involvement.
• The investigator is expected to have face-to-face interaction with parties to a loss, including insured, claimants, witnesses, experts, and other professionals on a routine basis.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and interview skills are required.
• Investigative assignments may include claims with identified suspicious loss indicators, definable inconsistencies, or those which otherwise require a high-level investigative skill and/or local in person presence.
• Effective time management skills, proactive execution of investigative plans, and flexibility are necessary to ensure the effectiveness of this position.
• The investigator must understand and exhibit appropriate investigative behaviors and methods while conducting investigations, including development of the facts, due diligence around evidence collection and interviews.
• The Investigator must be able to effectively communicate investigative findings orally and in writing.
• The Investigator will also be responsible for understanding fraud trends within his or her area of responsibility and leverage knowledge gained to SIU analytical resources.
• Independently complete investigations in accordance with The Hartford’s core performance values and best practices with minimal direction.
• Prepare and submit investigative reports detailing and documenting all phases of an investigation to assist in the resolution of the claim.
• Recognize intelligence opportunities through active investigations and shares this information within SIU.
• Interface with the SIU Community and Law Enforcement; including attendance of NICB and other industry meetings.
• Continually enhance investigative skills and understanding of emerging issues impacting property and casualty and group benefit claims.
• Provide support to claims partners and other departments within the Company, which may include identifying training needs; participation in developing and presenting training and mentoring of external business partners and internal staff.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years special investigation insurance experience and/or investigative law enforcement experience required.
• Reside roughly within 30 miles of Richmond, VA to cover Virginia and Northern North Carolina.
• Solid understanding of SIU or relevant claim processes, practices, and applicable laws and regulations strongly preferred.
• Designations in CIFI, FCLS or FCLA are strongly preferred.
• Strong interviewing and communication skills (verbal and written).
• The ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Consistent high level of performance and achievement over career span.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills; ability to make deductions; logical and sequential thinker.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and diplomacy skills, inspiring confidence among main customers.
• The ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Consistent high level of performance and achievement over career span.

• The SIU Investigator is a remote position and will require 100% travel within the assigned territory.
• The Special Investigator for this opportunity will be based out of the Richmond , VA area.
• A cell phone and a wireless laptop is provided for this opportunity.
• A company car will be provided, and a valid driver’s license is required.

The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees.

Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:

$87,200 - $130,800

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