Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We’re always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.
Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder.
Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, and France.
We’re looking for a Claims Manager to join our Claims team to lead the claims team and serve as the subject-matter expert for our commercial insurance portfolio. You will be accountable for end-to-end claims operations, ensuring every claim is filed and adjusted in strict accordance with policy terms, limits, deductibles, and exclusions—while driving timely, accurate resolution. You will also advise on coverage strategy (e.g., adding new locations, adjusting limits) and leverage data to set appropriate values for buildings and other assets, maintaining strong relationships with underwriters. Additionally, the Claims Manager will contribute to claims forecasting to inform budgeting.
You’ll report to the Senior Director, Customer Relations and work onsite from our Santa Ana, CA corporate office headquarters.
What You’ll Do:
Lead day‑to‑day operations of the Claims team; set standards for training, quality, cost control, staffing, and continuous improvement
Continue to develop a high‑performing team: recruit, hire, onboard, motivate, coach, mentor, and manage performance
Run monthly 1:1s and formal feedback sessions; create development plans and hold the team accountable to goals
Own annual and quarterly claims volume, severity, and expense forecasting; update outlooks based on trends and drivers
Utilize data to inform workforce planning and site coverage, aligning schedules and staffing to meet service levels across facilities
Define, track, and report KPIs (e.g., cycle time, accuracy, SLAs); deliver actionable trend analyses to leadership
Maintain compliance with carrier guidelines, internal policies, and applicable laws/regulations; promptly remediate any issues that arise
Adjudicate claims within delegated authority (approve/deny) and escalate exceptions with a clear rationale
Partner with Underwriters to communicate claim developments and insights that inform pricing, policy language, and risk selection
Champion process improvement (Lean/Six Sigma mindset); streamline workflows, eliminate defects, and improve employee engagement and customer experience
Lead and support claims initiatives and cross‑functional projects from scoping through implementation and change management
Drive productive negotiations with internal and external stakeholders to advance policy, process, and system improvements
Who You Are:
5+ years of hands‑on, technical claims experience with strong insurance coverage, liability, and adjudication fundamentals required
4+ years of people management experience leading a claims operations team to meet internal and external stakeholder requirements required
Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple workflows; strong problem‑solving and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication; professional interpersonal skills with the presence to lead change
Strong negotiation and interpersonal influence skills; adept at relationship building and driving alignment with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to plan, delegate, and execute projects to completion, aligned to company OKRs
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides); comfortable working with metrics and dashboards
Sound judgment within delegated authority limits; escalates exceptions with clear rationale
Able to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Risk Management, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
CPCU, AU, or similar professional designation (completed or in progress) is an asset
Salary Range:
The salary range for this position is $102k-$138k. Actual compensation on this range varies based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, experience, and skill set. This role may be eligible for bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation, please ask your recruiter for details.
Reasons To Join Us:
Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision
Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits
401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals
Vacation: All salaried employees are eligible for flexible time-off
Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays
Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions
Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs
Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
Collectors uses e-Verify to validate your ability to work legally in the United States.
We are aware that there are instances where individuals are receiving job offers that fraudulently allege to be from Collectors or one of our business units. This type of fraud can be carried out through false websites, through fake e-mails claiming to be from the company or through social media. We never ask for personal information such as your bank account, Social Security numbers or National IDs, nor do we send or request payments for the purchase of business-related equipment. If you suspect fraud, please reach out to [email protected].
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better service the diverse community of collectors we support.
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What We Do
Collectors has multiple business lines that grade, authenticate, and sell millions of high-value, record-setting collectibles. We're the leader in third-party authentication and grading services for high-value collectibles including trading cards (Professional Sports Authenticator and Card Ladder), coins (Professional Coin Grading Services), video games (Wata), event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia, and with your help we can continue to grow rapidly. Our goal is to make the joy of collecting accessible to everyone - collectors looking to complete their set, inventors looking to maximize the value of their collection, and anyone who’s looking to preserve a game, card or coin that reminds them of fond memories in their lives.
We’re entering an exciting new stage of growth as a result of our acquisition in 2021 led by entrepreneur and sports card collector Nat Turner, D1 Capital Partners L.P., and Cohen Private Ventures, in addition to renowned athletes and collectors. We’re investing in scalable, modern infrastructure to support the maturation of the industry, increasing value of collectibles, and demand for our services. Help us build a tech-enabled business for collectors.
Our services span collectible coins, trading cards, video games, event tickets, autographs, and memorabilia through our subsidiaries, which include Professional Sports Authenticators (PSA), Professional Coin Grading Services (PCGS), Wata, Certified Coin Exchange (CCE), Collectors Corner, Set Registry, Collectors.com, and the Long Beach Expo collectibles trade show. Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated more than 80 million items. We employ over 1,000 people across our Santa Ana, CA headquarters, New Jersey, Seattle Hong Kong, Paris, Shanghai and Tokyo.
Why Work With Us
Collectors has long been the global leader in third-party authentication, grading, and valuation services for collectibles. This gives us the chance to disrupt the industry by applying technological advances to our services. We strive to be the most innovative organization in collectibles, building an ecosystem that celebrates the joy of collecting
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