Pet Insurance Jobs in Chicago, IL

Entry‑level Claims Adjuster: $45k–$60k; Mid‑level Underwriter: $60k–$80k; Senior Claims Analyst: $80k–$100k; Product Manager: $100k–$130k; Director of Operations: $130k–$160k.

Core skills include claims processing, Guidewire InsuranceSuite, PolicyTech, SQL, Python, and customer‑service aptitude. Certifications such as Certified Veterinary Claims Specialist (CVCS), Underwriter Certification (CFC), Guidewire Certified Professional, and Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP) are highly valued.

Yes—many companies offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements. Remote teams rely on cloud‑based tools like Guidewire Cloud, secure VPNs, and collaboration platforms such as Slack and Microsoft Teams.

Common trajectories include Claims Adjuster → Senior Adjuster → Claims Manager → Director of Claims → VP of Claims. For analytics, Data Analyst → Senior Data Analyst → Lead Data Scientist → Director of Analytics. Product roles often move from Product Analyst to Product Manager, then to Director of Product.

Trends include integration with pet telehealth platforms, AI‑driven predictive underwriting, blockchain for claim integrity, expanded coverage for alternative therapies, and evolving data‑privacy regulations that shape policy offerings.