Senior Special Investigator

Assurant

. Conduct timely investigations of suspected fraudulent claims to ensure prompt and accurate claims decisions .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesSenior💰 $64,900 - $108,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in conducting thorough investigations of fraudulent claims within the P&C insurance sector, utilizing advanced knowledge of insurance products, fraud laws, and investigative techniques. Strong ability to manage relationships with law enforcement and stakeholders while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in claims handling.

Highest-signal resume keywords

P&C SIU/Fraud Investigation ExperienceCFE/CIFI/FCLS DesignationsField Investigation ExperienceExcellent Oral And Written Communication SkillsProficiency With Microsoft Office Products

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Hard Skills

Claims Handling ProceduresInvestigative DatabasesEvidence CollectionExaminations Under OathMedical Record ReviewFraud TrainingRelationship ManagementAnalytical SkillsBudgetingStatement Taking

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedStrong Organizational SkillsAbility To Work Under DeadlinesCollaborative TeamworkSound Judgment

Tools & Technologies

Claims-Related Software ProgramsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree In Criminal JusticeCFECIFIFCLS

Industry Keywords

Fraud InvestigationInsurance-Fraud LawsFlorida Property FraudLaw EnforcementSpecial Investigations Unit

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct timely investigations of suspected fraudulent claims to ensure prompt and accurate claims decisions
Conduct complex recorded interviews and investigations to validate claims or identify persons or organizations involved in suspicious activities
Lead high-exposure, high-profile, sensitive assignments and complex specialized fraud referrals across multiple entities or functions
Apply advanced knowledge of P&C insurance products, services, processes, policy contracts, coverages, claims handling procedures, and insurance-fraud laws and regulations
Collect and evaluate evidence through field or remote interviews, investigative databases, internal resources, internet resources, public records, and forensic tools
Maintain confidential claims files and document relevant facts in the claims handling system
Initiate referrals to State Insurance Departments, fraud bureaus, and NICB when suspicious or fraudulent activity is identified
Initiate civil or criminal actions based on investigative outcomes
Maintain investigative databases and assist Assurant subsidiaries and accounts with investigations
Conduct fraud training for new hires, clients, and company staff as needed
Assist the SIU Manager with claims assignments as needed
Request, prepare, document, and potentially conduct Examinations Under Oath and sworn statements, including those involving attorney representation
Obtain, evaluate, and summarize law-enforcement reports, credit reports, medical documentation, and affidavits
Review and interpret medical records, reports, and billing for injury-loss investigations
Testify at depositions, hearings, and trials
Develop and maintain relationships with law enforcement, vendors, and industry experts
Handle budgeting and direct outsourced investigations to vendor partners
Act as a resource to other Special Investigators

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of P&C SIU/Fraud investigation experience or relevant fraud industry investigation experience, or at least 10 years prior law enforcement investigative experience/detective rank
Knowledge of Florida Property Fraud preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice or relevant work experience desired
CFE/CIFI/FCLS designations a plus
Field Investigation experience
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; able to work well under deadlines in a changing environment and perform multiple tasks effectively and concurrently
Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with internal and external customers
Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a collaborative team-oriented environment using sound judgment
Excellent oral and written communication skills with strong analytical skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and claims-related software programs
Experience taking complex statements from multiple parties to an event
Ability to gather a broad range of evidence and draw conclusions based on objective details related to fraud applicability
Ability to organize and prioritize workload, perform multiple tasks, and devise solutions to problems
Ability to handle a high volume of investigations and remain timely on status reports
Ideal candidate will reside in Florida