Claims Team Lead Jobs
Claims Team Lead jobs are open across insurance, healthcare, financial services, and third-party administrators, from senior adjuster to director-level, with specializations in property and casualty, liability, and workers' compensation. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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SUMMARY
Responsible for providing adequate coverage/policy interpretation on medium to large complex claims. Substantial direct client contact involved.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Manages claims status and prompts various parties, broker, staff, client and adjuster to take next step; including prepayment, partial payment, gather information, work with subrogation contacts.
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Partners with client legal counsel on coverage, claims and strategy for settlement.
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Manages primarily medium to large, complex claims.
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Manages and oversees claims data in database including claims updates, running claims runs, analyzing claims information and preparing information for underwriting and/or client review.
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Prepares coverage arguments for client advocacy and form coverage positions as client advocate.
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Provides adequate coverage/policy interpretation for large property and casualty claims.
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Prepares and analyzes loss valuations.
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Attends claims meetings with clients, carriers, legal counsel and adjusters to review claim status, resolve and settle issues.
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Provides follow-up calls, written correspondence and keep records of all work done on behalf of our clients.
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Partners with client on case preparation and support as needed.
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Uses negotiation skills to provide best possible outcome for clients as needed.
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Builds and establishes strong relationships with carriers, adjusters and clients.
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Develops training materials with a client and service team perspective for coverage reviews, loss reporting procedures, claims guidelines in handling various situations.
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Delivers claims training in person and in client workspace as needed.
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Manages claims staff, including motivating/mentoring staff, providing employee training and development, conducting performance reviews and performing disciplinary action as appropriate.
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Complies with agency management system data standards and data integrity (enters and maintains complete and accurate information).
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Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Ten (10) or more years related work experience, brokerage or carrier experience.
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In depth knowledge of all commonly encountered P&C insurance coverage and Risk Management concepts and techniques.
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Valid Fire and Casualty Broker – Agent license required.
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Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) preferred.
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Associate in Claims-American Institute for Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriters (AICPU) preferred.
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Accredited Accounts Receivable Manager (ARM) preferred.
SKILLS
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent leadership, problem solving and time management skills.
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Advanced analytical skills.
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Excellent planning, organizational and prioritization skills.
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Ability to interface with executives – internal and external.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office products.
We are proud to provide comprehensive, high quality employee programs to meet employees' needs now and in the future, including a very competitive financial package. We encourage you to explore what we have to offer.
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Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on their qualifications and ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including California law.
Applicants are protected under Federal law from discrimination. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process or would like to review these materials in an alternative format, please reach out to Careers@Alliant.com.
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Who's Hiring
- Sedgwick13

- Reserv5

- GT Independence2

- AAA Auto Club Enterprises2

- MAERSK1

Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector
- Insurance
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in claims team lead jobs.
- 3 to 5 years of claims adjusting experience with supervisory or team lead exposure
- Active multi-state property and casualty or workers' compensation adjuster license
- Proficiency in claims management systems such as Guidewire, Duck Creek, or Majesco
- Demonstrated ability to coach adjusters on coverage interpretation and reserve accuracy
- Bachelor's degree in business, risk management, or a related field preferred
- Certification such as AIC, CPCU, or ARM from the Insurance Institute of America
Tips for Your Claims Team Lead Job Search
Quantify your claims closure metrics
Hiring managers want to see throughput, cycle time, and accuracy numbers on your resume. Pull your average days-to-close, denial rate reductions, or team productivity gains from your current role and lead with those figures in your bullets.
Highlight your specific line of coverage
Employers hiring for property and casualty leads are not interchangeable with those hiring for workers' compensation or liability. Tailor your resume headline and summary to match the exact line of coverage in each posting so your application reads as a direct fit.
Earn an adjuster license before you apply
Many states require a licensed adjuster to supervise a claims team. If you don't already hold a multi-state adjuster license, obtaining one before applying removes a common screening objection and signals you're ready to step into a lead role immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists claims team lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a file-review interview exercise
Many claims lead interviews include a written or live scenario where you assess a complex file and explain your coverage decision. Practice walking through liability determination, reserve-setting rationale, and escalation judgment out loud so your reasoning is clear under pressure.
Negotiate scope authority, not just base pay
When you reach the offer stage, ask about your reserve authority ceiling, headcount responsibility, and whether the role has direct input on vendor panels. These define the actual seniority of the position and matter as much as title for your next career move.
Claims Team Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most claims team leads?
The companies hiring the most claims team leads right now include Sedgwick, Reserv, and GT Independence, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to be highest at regional carriers, third-party administrators, and large self-insured employers managing high claim volumes.
How many claims team lead jobs are remote?
About 96% of claims team lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote availability concentrated in liability, workers' compensation, and auto claims rather than in property roles that often require field inspection coordination. Employers in third-party administration tend to offer the most flexible arrangements.
How do you become a claims team lead?
Start by building three or more years of hands-on adjusting experience in a single line of coverage so you develop deep technical credibility. Obtain an adjuster license in your state and pursue an industry certification such as AIC or CPCU. Then take on informal mentoring or quality-review duties to demonstrate leadership before applying for a formal lead role.
Can you get a claims team lead job with limited supervisory experience?
Yes, but you need to make a deliberate case for your readiness. Employers hiring first-time leads look for adjusters who have mentored colleagues, conducted file reviews, or handled complex litigation files independently. Framing those informal contributions as leadership evidence, combined with a strong adjuster license and technical record, can bridge the experience gap effectively.
What does the claims team lead interview process look like?
Most processes run two to three rounds. The first is a phone screen focused on your adjusting background and line-of-coverage expertise. The second round typically includes a structured behavioral interview with a hiring manager and a senior leader, often followed by a file-review scenario or coverage analysis exercise. Final rounds sometimes add a panel interview with operations or HR.
Where can I find and apply to claims team lead jobs?
You can find and apply to claims team lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your line of coverage and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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