Long Term Disability Claims Advisor - Sign-On Bonus & Remote Opportunities Avail

Alternate Locations: Work from Home; US All Regions Work Arrangement: Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location. Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity. Requisition #: 76326 The Role at a Glance We re looking for a driven and compassionate experienced Long-Term Disability (LTD) Claims Examiners to join our growing team in a 100% remote environment. In this role, you ll make a meaningful impact-helping individuals navigate some of life s most challenging moments while delivering fair, timely, and thoughtful claim decisions. At Lincoln, you ll partner with some of the most respected clients in the industry, contributing to solutions that set the standard for quality, innovation, and customer experience. You ll thrive in a high-performance, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, and your work truly matters. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment, then please read on! Sign-On Bonus: $4,000.00 • 50% ($2,000) paid upon hire • 50% ($2,000) paid after 12 months of employment Why should you join our team? • Make a meaningful impact - Support individuals through life s most critical moments by delivering thoughtful, fair, and timely claim decisions. • Join a high-performing, respected team - Be part of a collaborative environment known for best-in-class audit performance and operational excellence. • Grow your career with purpose - Develop your expertise in a supportive environment that values continuous learning, professional growth, and advancement. • Thrive in an innovative environment - Work within a dynamic team that embraces change, drives continuous improvement, and is shaping the future of claims. What you'll be doing • You will independently manage a caseload of Long-Term Disability (LTD) claims from intake through resolution, partnering with claimants, employers, and medical professionals via phone and email to gather and assess information related to disability status and applicable state and federal benefits. • You will conduct initial and ongoing interviews with claimants to gather key information for claim evaluation, while reviewing medical documentation and partnering with clinical and vocational experts to support informed decisions. • You will deliver timely and ethical claim determinations, ensuring consistency with company guidelines and regulatory standards. • You will collaborate with case managers, nurse case managers, vocational specialists, and consulting physicians to support appropriate, ethical, and timely claim determinations. • You will review complex medical records and leverage a variety of tools and resources to determine appropriate claim durations and guide ongoing action planning throughout the claim lifecycle. • You will deliver exceptional customer service by proactively identifying needs and opportunities, while building strong relationships with claimants, employers, and internal partners. What we re looking for Must-have experience (Required): • 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's). • 1+ Years of long-term disability claims experience directly aligned with the specific responsibilities for this role. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Excellent organization skills with the ability to multi-task. Nice-to have Experience (Preferred): • Experience mentoring or coaching newer examiners. • Continuous improvement mindset (process optimization, efficiency, quality). • Exposure to predictive analytics / AI tools. Application Deadline Applications will be accepted through August 14th, 2026, and posting may come down earlier due to applicant volume. What s it like to work here? At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future. What s in it for you: • Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes • Leadership development and virtual training opportunities • PTO/parental leave • Competitive 401K and employee benefits • Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program • Tuition assistance program • Work arrangements that work for you • Effective productivity/technology tools and training The pay range for this position is $44,800 - $81,400 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experi...