Associate Claims Specialist - Workers Compensation - Central Region

Description Are you looking to advance your career? Liberty Mutual offers exciting openings for Workers Compensation Associate Claims Specialists within the Central Region! As a Workers Compensation Associate Claims Specialist, you will develops the knowledge and skills needed to conduct thorough investigations, make decisions about liability / compensability, evaluate losses, negotiate settlements and manage an inventory of commercial property/casualty and disability claims by participating in a comprehensive training program, one-on-one mentoring, and on-the-job training. You will also assists in providing service to policyholders/customers on mid-sized and/or large commercial accounts. Training is a critical component of your success, and that success starts with reliable attendance. Attendance and active engagement during training are mandatory. Training will require 1 week in our Plano, TX office onsite in September 2026. To be considered for this position, you must reside within 50 miles of Hoffman Estates, IL, or Indianapolis, IN, and will be required to work in the office twice a month. Candidates located in Ohio, Montana, Virginia and Minnesota are eligible for 100% remote work, as we do not have claims offices in these states. Please note that this policy is subject to change. This position may be filled as a Workers Compensation Associate Claims Specialist (Grade 10), Workers Compensation Claims Specialist I (Grade 11) or a Workers Compensation Claims Specialist II (Grade 12). The salary range posted reflects the range for the varying pay scale across various locations. Responsibilities Investigates new claims by reviewing first reports of loss and supporting materials, determines the best first point of contact (claimants, customers, witnesses, etc.) to gather information regarding injuries or loss refers tasks to auxiliary units as necessary and posts file accordingly. Establishes action plans based on case facts, best practices, protocols, jurisdictional issues and available resources. Manages an inventory of property/casualty and disability claims (e.g. workers` compensation, general liability, commercial automobile, property, group benefits), evaluates compensability/liability and losses, and negotiates settlements within prescribed limits. Establishes accurate loss cost estimates using available resources, special service instructions, and market protocols. Confirms or denies coverage based on facts obtained during the investigation and advises policyholders as to proper course of action. Makes effective use of loss management techniques (e.g. Immediate Contact Plan, L9 check, Disability Management, open end release, first call settlements) and other resources. Updates files and provides comprehensive reports as required. Qualifications Effective interpersonal, analytical and negotiation abilities required Ability to provide information in a clear, concise manner with an appropriate level of detail Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships Demonstrated success in a professional environment; success in a customer service/retail environment preferred Effective analytical skills to gather information, analyze facts, and draw conclusions; as normally acquired through a bachelor's degree or equivalent Knowledge of legal liability, insurance coverage and medical terminology helpful, but not mandatory Licensing may be required in some states Travel 10%