Unit Manager - Auto Appraisal - Northern Illinois

Business/Strategic Management Unit Manager - Auto Appraisal - Northern IllinoisCommitted.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future.  That's Travelers. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference. We are currently looking for a Unit Manager - Auto Appraisal - Northern Illinois.  Please read on for more details regarding this position. JOB DESCRIPTION: SUMMARY:Provide overall leadership and direction to a team of auto appraisers including coaching, mentoring and development. PRIMARY DUTIES:Ensure appropriate deployment of resources to maximize productivity and unit costEffectively manage ULAE and ALAE to help promote competitiveness in the market placePeriodic customer, agent and broker visitationPreparation and participation in account file reviewsEnsure focus on achievement of scorecard results and file quality consistent with Best Practices and Special Account communications EDUCATION/COURSE OF STUDY:College degree preferred or equivalent work experience WORK EXPERIENCE:Claim management experience preferredAuto Appraisal experience required COMMUNICATION SKILLS:Excellent oral and written communication skills COMPUTER SKILLS:Computer literateBasic typing skills OTHER:Current knowledge of jurisdictional laws and regulations Customer FocusDecisivenessAbility to energize others/demonstrated leadership skillsFlexibilityIntegrityInfluence and persuasionFlexibilityDecisivenessLeadershipEnergizing othersPlanning, prioritizing, goal setting In addition to an exciting environment, we offer: * Competitive base salary with additional opportunities for variable pay through recognition programs and incentive awards * 401(k) with company match* Comprehensive health plans that include coverage for same sex/domestic partners* Strong work/family and employee assistance programs* Tuition reimbursement * Vacation Purchase Plan* Training/Development opportunities 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. Explore what we have to offer.  For immediate consideration for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button at the bottom of this posting.  Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We actively promote a drug-free workplace.      Company: Travelers Companies, Inc.