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Property Claims Specialist jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in insurance, finance, or risk management. Most roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B visa sponsorship. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension if eligible, gives you real runway to build claims experience and secure long-term status.
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We are looking for a dynamic Property Claims Manager who is energized by a challenge and brings both deep technical expertise and a passion for developing people. You will lead a team of property claims adjusters, strengthening their skills in homeowners and condo claims, coverage interpretation, estimating, and customer communication. You will also help the team adapt as our claims tools, processes, and ways of working continue to evolve.
If you enjoy coaching people, solving problems, improving the customer experience, and building better ways of working, this could be a great opportunity for you.
Why you will enjoy this role
- Develop people: Help adjusters build confidence, strengthen technical skills, and grow in their careers.
- Shape what is next: Contribute to an evolving claims organization and help improve how work gets done.
- Take on the challenge: Bring your experience and technical skill to a role where you will help build how we train and develop adjusters going forward.
- Make an impact: Use your expertise to improve claim quality, customer responsiveness, and team performance.
- Lead with insight: Use claims data and operational trends to focus coaching where it matters most.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of property claims adjusters.
- Coach on homeowners and condo coverage, estimate writing, claim quality, and customer communication.
- Support sound coverage decisions and review escalated or complex claim matters.
- Use performance and quality data to identify trends and coaching opportunities.
- Help build and deliver structured training that strengthens adjusters’ technical skills, contributing your expertise as we stand up new training programs.
- Help the team successfully navigate new tools, workflows, and business priorities.
- Partner with claims leaders and other teams to improve training, processes, and customer outcomes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- P&C Adjuster's License
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of property claims experience
- 2+ years of people management/leadership experience
- Strong homeowners property claims knowledge, including coverage interpretation
- Experience using Xactimate to review or write property or contents estimates
- Experience with XactContents, ClaimXperience, Guidewire Live Boards, or similar claims tools
- Experience contributing to or delivering formal training programs for claims adjusters
- Ability to lead through change while keeping teams engaged, accountable, and customer-focused
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $88,000.00 - $147,000.00
Expected Application Deadline
11/12/2026
If no application deadline is provided, this role may be a pipeline requisition, and we'll continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis, or there is no requirement for this information in the location where the role is posted.
Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience, and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.
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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 14 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.
Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.
AI and Biometric Usage
Assurant supports the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), but we want to know the real you. Visit our AI Usage Guidelines page to understand what we expect from applicants regarding their use of AI during the application process. Since we would like to know the real you, we require that all of our virtual interviews be conducted on video.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a required identity verification process, which may include biometric technology, where permitted by applicable law and subject to applicable notice and consent requirements. See our Privacy Notice to learn about Assurant’s privacy practices, including our use of AI-enabled technology, automated decision making, and biometric information.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.
Job Scam Alert
Please be aware that during Assurant's application process, we will never ask for personal information such as your Social Security number, bank account details, or passwords.
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for a dynamic Property Claims Manager who is energized by a challenge and brings both deep technical expertise and a passion for developing people. You will lead a team of property claims adjusters, strengthening their skills in homeowners and condo claims, coverage interpretation, estimating, and customer communication. You will also help the team adapt as our claims tools, processes, and ways of working continue to evolve.
If you enjoy coaching people, solving problems, improving the customer experience, and building better ways of working, this could be a great opportunity for you.
Why you will enjoy this role
- Develop people: Help adjusters build confidence, strengthen technical skills, and grow in their careers.
- Shape what is next: Contribute to an evolving claims organization and help improve how work gets done.
- Take on the challenge: Bring your experience and technical skill to a role where you will help build how we train and develop adjusters going forward.
- Make an impact: Use your expertise to improve claim quality, customer responsiveness, and team performance.
- Lead with insight: Use claims data and operational trends to focus coaching where it matters most.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of property claims adjusters.
- Coach on homeowners and condo coverage, estimate writing, claim quality, and customer communication.
- Support sound coverage decisions and review escalated or complex claim matters.
- Use performance and quality data to identify trends and coaching opportunities.
- Help build and deliver structured training that strengthens adjusters’ technical skills, contributing your expertise as we stand up new training programs.
- Help the team successfully navigate new tools, workflows, and business priorities.
- Partner with claims leaders and other teams to improve training, processes, and customer outcomes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- P&C Adjuster's License
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of property claims experience
- 2+ years of people management/leadership experience
- Strong homeowners property claims knowledge, including coverage interpretation
- Experience using Xactimate to review or write property or contents estimates
- Experience with XactContents, ClaimXperience, Guidewire Live Boards, or similar claims tools
- Experience contributing to or delivering formal training programs for claims adjusters
- Ability to lead through change while keeping teams engaged, accountable, and customer-focused
COMPENSATION
- Pay Range: $88,000.00 - $147,000.00
Expected Application Deadline
11/12/2026
If no application deadline is provided, this role may be a pipeline requisition, and we'll continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis, or there is no requirement for this information in the location where the role is posted.
Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience, and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.
Helping People Thrive in a Connected World
Connect with us. Bring us your best work and your brightest ideas. And we’ll bring you a place where you can thrive.
What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 14 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.
Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.
AI and Biometric Usage
Assurant supports the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), but we want to know the real you. Visit our AI Usage Guidelines page to understand what we expect from applicants regarding their use of AI during the application process. Since we would like to know the real you, we require that all of our virtual interviews be conducted on video.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a required identity verification process, which may include biometric technology, where permitted by applicable law and subject to applicable notice and consent requirements. See our Privacy Notice to learn about Assurant’s privacy practices, including our use of AI-enabled technology, automated decision making, and biometric information.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.
Job Scam Alert
Please be aware that during Assurant's application process, we will never ask for personal information such as your Social Security number, bank account details, or passwords.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Property Claims Specialist
Target regional and national carriers first
Large insurance carriers like Allstate, Travelers, and State Farm have structured sponsorship programs and dedicated immigration teams. They process far more H-1B visa petitions annually than smaller independent adjusting firms, making them more reliable sponsorship bets for OPT students.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Be transparent that you have 12 months of OPT remaining, or up to 36 months with a STEM extension if your degree qualifies. Employers need this context to assess whether there is enough runway to file an H-1B petition before your authorization expires.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
Property claims roles require analytical judgment that USCIS recognizes as qualifying specialty work when tied to a relevant degree. Emphasize your finance, business, or engineering background to help employers see the H-1B connection clearly before they consult immigration counsel.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer
Do not wait until onboarding to raise visa sponsorship. Ask during the offer stage whether the company has sponsored H-1B petitions before and whether they work with immigration attorneys. An employer without that infrastructure is a serious risk for your long-term status.
Pursue insurance certifications during OPT
Credentials like the Associate in Claims designation strengthen your specialty occupation case and signal commitment to the field. Employers are more likely to invest in sponsorship for candidates who demonstrate professional development intent beyond just satisfying immediate hiring needs.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for OPT-friendly roles
Migrate Mate surfaces Property Claims Specialist jobs from employers with documented sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship track record saves time and helps you prioritize outreach to companies already familiar with F-1 OPT work authorization and H-1B filing timelines.
Property Claims Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Property Claims Specialists legally?
Yes. Property Claims Specialist roles fall within the scope of insurance, finance, and risk management, which are recognized specialty occupation fields. As long as your OPT work authorization is active and the job aligns with your degree field, you can work in this role without any additional USCIS approval beyond your EAD card.
Does a Property Claims Specialist role qualify for an H-1B visa after OPT?
Generally yes, when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as finance, business administration, or risk management. USCIS evaluates this case by case, and the strength of the petition depends on how clearly the employer documents the degree requirement. Working with an experienced immigration attorney improves the outcome significantly.
Am I eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension in a claims role?
It depends on your undergraduate degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a qualifying STEM field such as statistics, actuarial science, or information systems, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month extension. Many insurance employers do meet the E-Verify requirement, but confirm this with your employer before applying.
How do I find Property Claims Specialist employers who sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate is the most efficient way to find Property Claims Specialist roles from employers with OPT and H-1B sponsorship history. Rather than cold-applying broadly, you can focus on employers who have already navigated F-1 work authorization before, which dramatically increases your chances of reaching the offer and sponsorship stage.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my claims role ends before I find a new employer?
F-1 OPT students are allowed up to 90 days of unemployment during the standard OPT period, and up to 150 days during the STEM extension. If your role ends, you need to report the job change to your DSO promptly and update your SEVIS record. Exceeding the unemployment cap puts your F-1 status at risk, so prioritize finding a replacement role quickly.