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Allstate

Travel Property Adjuster – Field Estimating Charlotte, NC

Key aspects of the role:

Drive sales growth by engaging with interested prospective customers- all while working remote
No cold calling— Connect through inbound calls and proactive outbound calls with active insurance shoppers
Enjoy competitive compensation with a base salary + uncapped commissions
Sell reputable products from Allstate and our family of brands

Role overview

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description

Travel Property Adjuster – Field Estimating – Charlotte, NC

A day in the life of a Travel Estimating Property Adjuster: 

Travel to loss sites and conduct thorough inspections of properties. 
Write accurate estimates to capture the extent of damages. 
Settle claims promptly and fairly, adhering to customer policies. 
Utilize advanced video technology for remote collaboration and estimating. 
Review policies to determine coverage and provide detailed explanations to customers. 
Communicate empathetically with customers, guiding them through the claim process. 
Negotiate claim settlements in accordance with established methodologies. 
Work in various environments, including independent and team settings, and virtual platforms. 
Handle claims, collaborate with vendors, and communicate with customers from home. 
Participate in online meetings and trainings, being on camera as required.

You'll wear a few hats that will require a level of experience: 

The Customer Service Expert –you’ll live into Allstate’s Claims Culture by caring, empowering, and restoring, and you will accomplish that by being compassionate, clear, and a committed partner in each claim. You lead with empathy, always.  
The Investigator – you’ll confidently and independently investigate property claims by performing detailed reviews of damage and interpreting policies to determine coverage.  
The Effective Communicator – you’ll use phone, emails and sometimes even video chat with customers to help them through a fast, fair, and easy claims process. You’ll also incorporate a specific approach to claim handling to offer the customer their preference of communication to efficiently discuss their claim needs and keep them updated on the claim progress.  
The Negotiator – You will evaluate and negotiate claims settlements with customers, vendors, third party carriers and claimants, in accordance with all legal and business standard methodologies. With negotiations, you will incorporate tactics in handling challenging and complex situations. 
The Problem Solver –you’ll utilize multiple tools to get the job done in a fast-paced environment, including estimate tools, job aids, and additional settlement platforms, all while using your sharp critical thinking skills.  
The Recorder – you’ll protect the company financially by executing policies along policy agreements, and you keep a clear record of your work in a claims system that you will be trained on. You’ll accomplish this by ensuring timely and accurate documentation is completed as you work on each claim.

Schedule:

Training at the Charlotte Railyard Office, work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
After training, work 10 days on 4 days off working 8 – 12 hours/day (up to $175/day for working over 8 hours, $200 weekends and/or holidays).
This field position requires up to 90% travel out of town.

Qualifications: 

2+ years of experience writing water damage estimates preferred.
Previous experience as a property adjuster preferred. 
Proficiency in estimating software like Xactimate preferred. 
Strong focus on providing exceptional customer service. 
Ability to work independently, starting from home, and travel to different locations. 
Proactive problem-solving skills and a positive attitude toward challenges.
Excellent organization and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment. 
Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.

Required Qualifications:

Are willing and able to carry a 50-pound ladder and access up to a 6/12 pitch on either a one to two-story roof.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as part of the job requirements.
Must reside within 60 miles of an major airport.

You’re provided with comprehensive training: 

The training program is designed to help you build a claims foundation and understand the systems and processes in your day-to-day work.
Ongoing training opportunities for continuous improvement happen regularly on the job.

Notice of Licensing Requirement: 

As a condition of employment, your office/area may require you to obtain an adjuster and/or an appraiser license which includes passing an additional background check with the Department of Labor. If applicable, you will be required to secure license(s) within 60 days of hire. 
If required, the Hiring Manager will work with you along with the Centralized Licensing team to ensure that you are properly licensed.

Sign On Bonus:  

You may be eligible for a $1,000 Licensing Sign on Bonus if you have the applicable active licenses needed for this role.  This could include Home Resident Property & Casualty License, Designated Home State (DHS) Florida or Texas License, and/or applicable Appraiser License.

*Current employees or candidates who have previously worked for Allstate, including its family of companies, are not eligible for this sign-on bonus. 

Allstate Benefits: 

Being a part of Allstate means you receive a benefits package from Day 1 of employment.  This includes time off, healthcare, retirement, and more.  That is why as an Allstater, you’ll enjoy a Total Rewards package that includes: 
Competitive pay with needed support for continuous development and career advancement. 
Flexibility in scheduling and a time off policy that helps support your work/life balance. 
Initial and ongoing training to get you proficient in your new role. 
Comprehensive benefits like a 401K/pension, education reimbursement, and programs to help you balance work with the rest of your life. Visit www.allstategoodlife.com to learn more.

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Skills

Active Listening, Comminution, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Empathy, Multitasking, Time Management, Working Independently, Xactimate

Compensation

Compensation offered for this role is $68,000 – $115,245 and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.

Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

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Keys to Success

At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.

We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:

Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things

Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design

Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.

Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed

Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation

Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.

Working in Sales

What We Do:
As an expert on our products and services, you can give customers personalized attention and innovative solutions to make their lives easier.

How We Support You:
Starting day one, you’ll have access to resources and incentives to keep you feeling challenged and excited about your careers.

Make An Impact:
As a member of our sales team, you’ll bring a sense of ease and support to customers looking for a better understanding of their protection options. Whether in the field or talking to customers over the phone, you’ll continue to build trust in who we are and what we do.

Working together

You’re in Good Hands® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make to our employees, too.

We want you to love where you work. That starts with the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on individuality means everyone is seen, heard and respected.

When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level with access to development programs to support your career aspirations – whatever that means for you. Because as you learn and grow, so do we.

Working here also means getting the chance to make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world can be even greater when we work together.