Image Desk Appraiser

Intact Financial Corporation
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, CAN
$59.2K-$74.8K a year (estimated)
Permanent
Full-time

Our employees are at the heart of what we do best : helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.

When you join our team, you’re bringing this purpose to life alongside a passionate community of experts.

Feel empowered to learn and grow while being valued for who you are here, diversity is a strength. You have our commitment to support you in reaching your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility.

It’s our employee promise.

Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.

Read on to see how you can shape the future, win as a team, and grow with us.

About the role

We’re looking for a Image Desk Appraiser to join our growing team!

What you'll do here :

  • Accountable for the direct handling of moderate to complex auto physical damage appraisals.
  • Assess damage, review, monitor, and assure that appraisal compliance is achieved with the preferred vendor network and on remote repair facilities.
  • Responsible for pursuing a cost-effective avenue for repairs, prepare estimates, and negotiate with repair facilities.
  • May be called upon to establish the market value of vehicles based on the information provided by claims adjusters, using the various tools outlined in the appraisers' standards and procedures manual.
  • Use digital automated evaluation systems to standardize repair estimates and avoid errors.
  • Negotiate and communicate a best repair practice or procedure.
  • Ensure productivity and service quality, using the appraisers' standards and procedures manual and relating performance to the Claims Department's quantitative and qualitative objectives.
  • This is a hybrid role requiring the successful candidate to attend our offices at least 2 days per week.

What you bring to the table :

  • 1-3years' auto body repair experience, including knowledge of estimating software (Audatex and Mitchell) or an equivalent combination of post-secondary education in a related industry (or any combination of equivalent education and experience).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and techniques of automobile physical damage repairs and replacement.
  • Computer proficient and able to effectively navigate through various systems.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
  • Completion of I-Car and / or technical courses is an asset
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills with the capability to draft claims reports.
  • Commitment to continuing education.
  • Must be customer driven.
  • Bilingual is an asset
  • No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada

What we offer

Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a permanent member of our team :

A financial rewards program that recognizes your success

An industry leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased

An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare

Flexible work arrangements

Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year

An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle

Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues

A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer

At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.

If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity.

We’ll work with you to meet your needs.

including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.

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