Claims Representative (IAP) - Workers Compensation Training Program | Brea, CA

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Brea, CA, USA
In-Office
28-28 Hourly
Entry level
Insurance
Sedgwick is a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions.
The Role
Entry-level trainee in workers' compensation claims participating in a 4-week classroom training and onboarding, then adjusting claims under supervision. Responsibilities include investigating claims, communicating with stakeholders, determining coverage and benefits per jurisdiction, documenting files, administering indemnity and medical benefits, and participating in meetings and training. Opportunity for career progression.
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By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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Claims Representative (IAP) - Workers Compensation Training Program | Brea, CA

Are you looking for an impactful job that offers an opportunity to develop a professional career?

  • A stable and consistent work environment in an office setting.
  • A training program to learn how to investigate and resolve complex situations for employees and customers from some of the world’s most reputable brands.
  • Career development and promotional growth opportunities through increasing responsibilities.
  • A diverse and comprehensive benefits package to take care of your mental, physical, financial and professional needs including medical, dental, vision & 401k.

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: To be oriented and trained as a new industry professional. This role begins with a comprehensive 4-week concept-based learning and professional training program, followed by a dedicated onboarding experience before entering the on-the-job phase. You will be assigned a mentor and manager that will support and guide you on your career journey and be equipped with the foundational skills needed for a successful career in claims adjusting. While in the program, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and advance within the industry.
 

Next Class Date: July 20, 2026

Location: Brea, CA - Onsite
 

ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? We are seeking enthusiastic and service-oriented individuals for an entry-level trainee position who are:

  • Strong Communicators
  • Empathetic
  • Multi-Taskers
  • Accountable
  • Structured Thinkers
  • Ambitious
  • Agile Learners
  • Team Collaborators

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBLITIES INCLUDE

  • Attendance and completion of designated claims professional training program.
  • Adjusting various levels of workers’ compensation claims under close supervision, which includes:
    • Processing and responding to incoming mail, emails and other claim related documents according to status of the claim. 
    • Communicating effectively with injured workers, insureds/employers, medical providers, attorneys and carrier representatives, primarily through telephonic, video conference and email. 
    • Thoroughly investigating new and existing claims by gathering relevant information including medical records, employer reports, and witness statements. Investigating employer/employee relationships, policy verification, coverage and any potential for subrogation issues or fraud indicators. 
    • Determining coverage, compensability and appropriate benefits in accordance with jurisdictional guidelines and carrier program requirements.
    • Documenting claims files and properly coding claim activity. Preparing detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations.
    • Administering claim benefits i.e., indemnity and medical benefits, through maintenance of calendared claim-related action items, ensuring state compliance. 
    • Participating in virtual and/or in-person meetings, claim reviews and business functions as needed for educational training, claim discussions and various meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirement – High School Diploma or GED.

  • Bachelor's degree preferred and 2 years of customer service experience and/or combination of education and experience.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE 

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

 

As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is $27.69/hr. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. #claims #entrylevel

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act, and all other applicable laws.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2 years customer service experience or combination of education and experience
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Empathy and customer-service orientation
  • Ability to multitask, structured thinking, accountability, and agile learning
  • Ability to attend and complete on-site 4-week training program and onboarding
  • Ability to work on-site in Brea, CA
  • Computer keyboarding skills

Sedgwick Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sedgwick and has not been reviewed or approved by Sedgwick.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Leave is positioned as a standout part of the package, with generous PTO levels cited (including multi-week starting allotments and higher accrual with tenure). Time-off and flexibility are often framed as meaningful offsets when evaluating the overall rewards mix.
  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is described as broad, spanning medical, dental, vision, disability/life, and mental-health offerings, with additional wellness and telemedicine-style services. The health suite is frequently characterized as solid, even when not viewed as best-in-class by everyone.
  • Retirement Support Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with employer matching and are grouped with other financial supports like HSA/FSA options. The match is viewed as a helpful baseline benefit, though generally not positioned as unusually rich.

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The Company
HQ: Memphis, TN
31,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

From our modest beginnings as a regional claims administrator, Sedgwick has grown into a leading global provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits and integrated business solutions with 31,000+ colleagues, located across 80 countries. Through innovative product development, organic business development and strategic acquisitions, Sedgwick’s offerings continue to evolve beyond claims processing to meet the current and future needs of our clients. Our approach to delivering quality service in areas such as workers’ compensation, liability, property, disability and absence management goes far beyond just managing claims—we aim to simplify the process and reduce complexity, making it easy and effective for everyone involve.

Why Work With Us

We stay tuned into what our colleagues want and need and deliver a world-class colleague experience that demonstrates how much we value their unique contributions to our business. You’ll see and feel what it’s like to work for a company that’s committed to doing the right thing – for those we serve, for our planet and for each other.

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