Outside Property Claim Associate
The Outside Property Claim Associate at Confidential Client manages 1st party property claims by investigating damages, evaluating coverage, and communicating with customers and stakeholders. This hybrid role involves remote work combined with on-site inspections of residential and commercial properties, requiring physical activity and adaptability to new technologies. The position includes comprehensive training and opportunities for professional growth within claims handling and customer service.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Insurance (Property & Casualty).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking an Outside Property Claim Associate to join their property & casualty claims team. This remote-first role services insureds and agents in the Central, Northwest, and Southeast areas of Phoenix (territory-based). The position provides a structured 9–12 month training program to develop core claim-handling skills for 1st-party property claims, with progress toward independent claims handling after successful completion.
- Primary keyword: Outside Property Claim Associate Glendale AZ
- Employment type: Full-time
- Salary range (national market): $52,600 — $86,800 per year (actual pay determined by experience, location, and other factors)
What You’ll Do
- Review, investigate, and document 1st-party property claims under supervision.
- Conduct field inspections at residential and commercial properties; establish scope of building and contents damage.
- Gather information from policyholders, claimants, witnesses, and third-party providers.
- Learn to interpret policies, analyze leases/contracts/by-laws and determine coverage application.
- Prepare written and/or computer-assisted damage estimates.
- Maintain accurate claim records in claim management systems and provide timely status updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
- Participate in structured classroom, virtual, and on-the-job training covering policies, systems, and procedures.
- Adapt to new technologies and support digital transformation efforts, including AI-assisted tools.
- Participate in the Catastrophe Response Program when deployed to support customers in other states.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- Internship or prior experience in customer service or insurance.
- Willingness to obtain an active adjuster license where required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); willingness to learn claims and estimating software.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and customer-service orientation.
- Good judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Minimum (Must Have)
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least one year of customer service experience.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Physical & Licensing Requirements
- Role requires ability to access and inspect all areas of dwellings/structures; may involve climbing ladders (~38–49 lbs), walking roofs, and entering tight spaces (attics, crawl spaces). If you have specific questions about physical requirements, please notify the recruiter so we can provide assistance.
- Acquisition and maintenance of state Insurance License(s) and/or a UAS Remote Pilot Certification may be required by federal, state, or company policy. In many cases required licenses must be obtained within three months of hire and continuing education maintained.
Work Location & Travel
- Remote-first role with fieldwork in the assigned Phoenix-area territory. Candidate must reside in—or be willing to relocate at their own expense to—the assigned territory.
- Combination of mobile work, working from primary residence, and occasional office presence at the nearest company office.
- Participation in catastrophe deployments to other states may be required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range (national market): $52,600 — $86,800 per year. Final compensation is based on candidate qualifications, experience, and location.
- Health insurance available from day one for employees and eligible family members.
- Retirement savings with employer match and additional programs to support student-loan repayment and pension eligibility.
- Minimum 20 days paid time off annually plus nine company holidays (program details may vary by location).
- Wellness resources, mental health support, and employee volunteer/matching programs.
- Performance-based cash incentive awards may be available.
Why Apply Through Careertakes
As a third-party recruiting platform, Careertakes connects qualified candidates with Confidential Client while providing access to additional matched opportunities. Our recruiters apply best-practice candidate screening and will help present your experience effectively to the hiring team.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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