H-1B Visa Claims Analyst Jobs
Claims Analyst roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a field like finance, business administration, or data analytics. Insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and healthcare payers are the most active sponsors. No lottery exemptions apply, so timing your job search around the April filing window matters.
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Claims Team Lead, Auto | Total Loss
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To supervise the operation of a team that handles the Total Loss of vehicles for the ACE program; to monitor colleagues' workloads, provide training, and monitor individual claim activities; to provide technical/jurisdictional direction to examiner reports on claims adjudication; and to maintain a diary on claims in the teams including frequent diaries on complex or high exposure claims.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE
- Supervises multiple teams of examiners, multiple product line examiners and/or several (minimum seven) technical operations colleagues for a wide span of control; may delegate some duties to others within the unit.
- Identifies and advises management of trends, problems, and issues as well as recommended course of action; informs management of new procedures and ideas for continuous process improvement; and coordinates with management projects for the office.
- Provides technical/jurisdictional direction to examiner reports on claims adjudication.
- Compiles reviews and analyzes management reports and takes appropriate action.
- Performs quality review on claims in compliance with audit requirements, service contract requirements, and quality standards.
- Acts as second level of appeal for client and claimant issues regarding claim specific, procedural or special requests; implements final disposition of the appeal.
- Reviews reserve amounts on high cost claims and claims over the authority of the individual examiner.
- Maintains contact with the client on claims and promotes a professional client relationship; makes recommendations to client as suggested by the claim status; and provides written resumes of specific claims as requested by client.
- Assures that direct reports are properly licensed in the jurisdictions serviced.
- Ensures claims files are coded correctly and adequate documentation is made by claims examiners.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
- Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
- Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Licenses as required. Professional certifications as applicable to line of business preferred.
Experience: Six (6) years of claims experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years total loss claims supervisor experience.
Skills: thorough knowledge of claims management processes and procedures for multiple product lines, excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills, PC literate including Microsoft Office products, strong organizational skills, excellent negotiation skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
Work environment requirements include –
Physical: Computer keyboarding
Auditory/visual: Hearing, vision and talking
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgement and discretion; ability to meet deadlines.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.
Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
Certified as a Great Place to Work®
Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
Claims Team Lead, Auto | Total Loss
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To supervise the operation of a team that handles the Total Loss of vehicles for the ACE program; to monitor colleagues' workloads, provide training, and monitor individual claim activities; to provide technical/jurisdictional direction to examiner reports on claims adjudication; and to maintain a diary on claims in the teams including frequent diaries on complex or high exposure claims.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE
- Supervises multiple teams of examiners, multiple product line examiners and/or several (minimum seven) technical operations colleagues for a wide span of control; may delegate some duties to others within the unit.
- Identifies and advises management of trends, problems, and issues as well as recommended course of action; informs management of new procedures and ideas for continuous process improvement; and coordinates with management projects for the office.
- Provides technical/jurisdictional direction to examiner reports on claims adjudication.
- Compiles reviews and analyzes management reports and takes appropriate action.
- Performs quality review on claims in compliance with audit requirements, service contract requirements, and quality standards.
- Acts as second level of appeal for client and claimant issues regarding claim specific, procedural or special requests; implements final disposition of the appeal.
- Reviews reserve amounts on high cost claims and claims over the authority of the individual examiner.
- Maintains contact with the client on claims and promotes a professional client relationship; makes recommendations to client as suggested by the claim status; and provides written resumes of specific claims as requested by client.
- Assures that direct reports are properly licensed in the jurisdictions serviced.
- Ensures claims files are coded correctly and adequate documentation is made by claims examiners.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations.
- Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions.
- Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Licenses as required. Professional certifications as applicable to line of business preferred.
Experience: Six (6) years of claims experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years total loss claims supervisor experience.
Skills: thorough knowledge of claims management processes and procedures for multiple product lines, excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills, PC literate including Microsoft Office products, strong organizational skills, excellent negotiation skills, and ability to work in a team environment.
Work environment requirements include –
Physical: Computer keyboarding
Auditory/visual: Hearing, vision and talking
Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgement and discretion; ability to meet deadlines.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Claims Analyst
Frame your degree around specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct connection between your degree field and the Claims Analyst role. A finance or data analytics degree maps cleanly. A general studies degree needs supporting course transcripts and a credential evaluation to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
Target payers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate's employer database to identify insurance carriers and third-party administrators with verified H-1B LCA filings for claims roles. DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which employers have actively sponsored this job title, not just posted it.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your work location and SOC code. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for Claims Analysts in your metro area before any salary discussion.
Understand the cap-gap risk for OPT holders
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your H-1B petition is selected, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically. Confirm your employer will file before April 1 so your authorization doesn't lapse between OPT end and the new fiscal year.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
Employers sponsoring H-1B workers must use E-Verify to confirm work authorization. If a claims department operates as a subsidiary, confirm that the specific legal entity making the offer is enrolled, not just the parent company.
Request premium processing for tight start dates
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. If your start date is firm, ask your employer to file with premium processing through USCIS, which guarantees a decision within 15 business days and avoids limbo during claims team onboarding cycles.
H-1B Visa Claims Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Claims Analyst role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as finance, business administration, health information management, or data analytics. The key is that the degree must be a normal requirement for the role, not just preferred. Employers strengthen the case by citing industry standards and internal job descriptions that tie the role to a specific field of study.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Claims Analyst positions?
Insurance carriers, managed care organizations, third-party administrators, and large healthcare systems are the most consistent sponsors. Employers in these sectors file LCAs with the DOL each time they hire an H-1B worker, creating a public record of sponsorship activity. Migrate Mate lets you filter employers by occupation and visa filing history so you're targeting companies with a real track record, not just open postings.
What SOC code applies to Claims Analyst roles for H-1B filings?
Claims Analysts are typically classified under SOC 13-1031 (Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators) or 13-2099 (Financial Specialists, All Other), depending on the specific duties involved. The SOC code your employer selects determines the prevailing wage tier your LCA must meet. You can verify which classification fits your job description by reviewing the O*NET occupation profiles for both codes.
Can a Claims Analyst position support H-1B sponsorship at a small insurance firm?
Yes. There's no employer size requirement for H-1B sponsorship. A small firm can file an H-1B petition as long as it can demonstrate a legitimate employer-employee relationship, pay at least the DOL prevailing wage, and show the role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Smaller firms sometimes face closer scrutiny on specialty occupation, so a well-documented job description matters more at this scale.
How does the H-1B annual lottery affect timelines for Claims Analyst job seekers?
USCIS accepts H-1B registrations each March for the fiscal year starting October 1. If selected, your employer files the full petition by June. That means a Claims Analyst starting a job search in late summer for the following year is already behind the cycle. Targeting employers during the prior fall gives you enough runway to receive an offer, complete the LCA process, and register before the March window closes.