Ewa Opolski
Chicago, IL *****
ad2ilj@r.postjobfree.com
Hard working employee. Eager to learn and searching for new opportunities to stay ahead of modern trends, achieve professional goals and complete more challenging tasks. I am a quick to learn and willing to adapt to any job. Trustworthy employee who can work alone or as part of a team. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Customer Service Representative
Handzel & Associates Insurance - Schaumburg, IL
November 2021 to Present
• Assist with claims
• Process policy renewals and endorsements
• Process certificate of insurance
• Verify coverage on personal and commercial policies
• Process payments
• Account reviews
• Suggested coverage options to better protect customer's assets. Interpreter
LanguageLine Solutions
January 2021 to June 2021
Polish Interpreter for medical, finance, insurance and utility companies. Claims Adjuster
Echelon - Chicago, IL
October 2019 to January 2021
• assisted in handling incoming subrogation for property damage and medical files
• settled claims in suits
• negotiate offers with attorneys
• Investigate coverage
• determines liability
• Handles 1st and 3rd party claims
• total loss evaluation
• worked with SIU regarding fraudulent claims
Claims Adjuster
American Freedom Insurance Company - Mount Prospect, IL November 2018 to May 2019
• liability determination
• worked on 1st and 3rd party claims
• total loss evaluation
• Coverage verification
• worked with underwriter department to verify coverage Claims Adjuster
Unique - Niles, IL
June 2016 to April 2018
• claim taker
• Analyzed first and third party claims to determine extent of company's liability
• Settled Total loss claims
• Confirmed coverage and full understanding of insurance contract/policy and their exclusions
• Negotiated liability negligence percentages with third party claimants and adverse carriers.
• Promptly and appropriately developed the file to provide an accurate and timely investigation and loss analysis.
• Recognized and identified potential fraudulent claims.
• Worked with SIU in resolving fraudulent claims.
• Conducted interviews, gathered detailed information and completed investigations.
• Identified and collected evidence and determined its value to a specific claim.
• Prepared denials and reservation of right letters.
• Negotiated liability with other carriers and referred files to subrogation for collection
• Coordinated with insured's, claimants, repair facilities, rental car companies for timely completion of auto repair to conclude claim.
• Made payments to repair facilities after the approval of the claim.
• Applied strong customer service, organizational and multitasking skills to efficiently manage auto insurance claims.
• Diligently investigated, evaluated, and negotiated multiple moderate to complex automobile and property damage liability claims in 5 states (IL, IN, GA, NM, MS)
• Established and maintained high level of positive working relationships with internal and external customers, ensuring satisfaction with company services
• Quickly and effectively solve customer challenges
• Contributed to reaching customer service satisfaction goals following company protocol and providing exceptional customer service.
• Consistently provided prompt contact to insureds within a 24 hour period of the initial report
• Effectively evaluated liability and negotiated settlements to exceed recovery targets every quarter
• Worked and covered other departments when help was needed Costumer Service Representative
State Farm - Chicago, IL
March 2014 to June 2016
• Responsible for prospecting for new clients to generate new business and expand the organization's customer base.
• Selling insurance policies over the phone and in the office
• Developing relationships with customers' to improve sales.
• Suggested coverage options to better protect customer's assets.
• Maintained continuing education required for insurance license and professional sales
• Counseled consumers on the best insurance policy for their specific needs Education
college
November 2021 to Present
Skills
• Polish
• Interpretation
• Multilingual
Certifications and Licenses
Property & Casualty License