Entry Level Claims Representative

Auto-Owners Insurance

. Handle entry-level insurance claims under close supervision throughout the claim lifecycle .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeColumbia • South Carolina • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong knowledge of property and casualty insurance claims handling, including investigation, evaluation, and settlement processes. Possesses excellent communication skills and the ability to manage complex issues while maintaining confidentiality and data security.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's DegreeProperty/Casualty Claims HandlingAdjuster's LicenseWritten and Verbal Communication SkillsData Organization and Multi-tasking

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Hard Skills

Claims InvestigationClaims EvaluationClaims SettlementMathematical Problem SolvingLoss-Adjustment Skills

Soft Skills

Decision MakingConflict ResolutionInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Adjuster's License

Industry Keywords

Insurance PoliciesClaims Training ProgramConfidentialityData SecurityClaim Negotiation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle entry-level insurance claims under close supervision throughout the claim lifecycle
Investigate, evaluate, and settle entry-level insurance claims
Study insurance policies, endorsements, and forms to build knowledge of Company insurance products
Learn and comply with Company claim-handling procedures
Develop claim negotiation and settlement skills
Serve agents, insureds, and other parties
Meet and communicate with claimants, legal counsel, and third parties
Develop estimating and designated computer-based loss-adjustment skills
Complete the Company’s claims training program for the assigned insurance line
Continually develop product knowledge through approved educational programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or direct equivalent experience with property/casualty claims handling
Ability to organize data, multi-task, and make decisions independently
Above average written and verbal communication skills
Ability to write reports and compose correspondence
Ability to resolve complex issues
Ability to maintain confidentiality and data security
Ability to effectively deal with a diverse group of individuals
Ability to accurately handle mathematical problems, including geometry, sums, unit costs, and personal and business finance documents
Ability to drive an automobile
Valid driver license and driving record consistent with the Company’s underwriting guidelines
Continually develop product knowledge through approved educational programs
Ability to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
Study, obtain, and maintain an adjuster’s license(s) if required by statute within the Company or legal timeline

Benefits

Comp & perks

Merit-based work-from-home program with flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week after initial in-person training
Structured training program
Employee mentoring
Competitive base salary
Matched 401(k)
Fully-funded pension plan once vested
Bonus programs
Generous paid time off including holidays, vacation days, personal time, and sick leave