SIU Investigator - SW Florida Region at Tower Hill Insurance Group

Description:

Tower Hill Insurance Group has an exciting opportunity for a qualified Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Field Investigator, in our Southwest Florida Region who enjoys intellectual challenges and is seeking a rewarding career with a company that is experiencing growth. Not only is Tower Hill Insurance one of Florida's most trusted names in homeowners insurance, but it offers great opportunities for career advancement and personal growth, along with very competitive benefits and rewards. We are growing at a consistent pace and seek professional individuals with drive and team mentality, who want to make an impact, and are committed to a long-term career in the insurance industry.

The SIU Investigator conducts moderately complex investigations involving suspicions of insurance fraud across business lines. This position independently pursues and documents moderate fact gathering efforts in accordance with Tower Hill Insurance Group's best practices, and refers matters of insurance fraud to the fraud bureau/regulatory agencies as appropriate.

The successful candidate will work SIU investigations primarily throughout Lee, Collier, Charlotte, and Hendry counties of Florida and must reside in that geographical area; daily travel is required with limited overnight travel. A company car is provided for professional/personal use.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Investigate suspicions of insurance fraud and other irregularities in accordance with Tower Hill Insurance Group's purpose and values; conduct low to moderately complex investigations with minimal direction.

Prioritize assignments and conduct necessary field work; exercise independent judgment, initiative and decision making when performing investigations.

Analyze facts and data, conduct recorded interviews, prepare investigative reports, and recommend investigative direction to Claims Adjusters and Managers as appropriate.

Provide support to Claims and other departments, which may include identifying training needs, developing and presenting training, and mentoring of business partners and internal staff to raise fraud awareness.

Attend/initiate meetings with Claims Management. Keep management informed of developments that impact claims results in assigned region / territory.

Develop and maintain industry, federal, state, and local government contacts involved in fraud investigation, detection and prevention.

Maintain and pursue technical competency, continuing fraud education within area of specialization through insurance fraud seminars and other company sponsored courses.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

This job description reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be considered a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations of the position. Tower Hill reserves the right to assign duties not listed herein as necessary to accomplish the goals of the organization.

Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree or higher required.

Equivalent experience may substitute for minimum educational requirements. Equivalent experience may include (7) years of relevant experience.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of five (5) years of Property & Liability Insurance claims handling experience required.

CERTIFICATIONS

Insurance Industry certifications, such as Certified Insurance Fraud Investigator (CIFI), Fraud Claims Law Specialist (FCLS), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) preferred.

LICENSES

Valid Driver's License required.

A 6-20 All Lines Adjusters License required within (1) one-year from hire.

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Disability Insurance
• 401 (k)
• Health Savings Account
• Accident and Cancer insurance plan

We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family. For more information about our company, careers and Total Compensation visit:

*Tower Hill Insurance currently operates in these states AL, CT, FL, GA, IA, IN, KY, MI, MS, NC, OH, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV.

Tower Hill Insurance is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Tower Hill Insurance is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to

or call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been received. Candidates will not receive status updates regarding their application; however, those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted by Human Resources.

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