Senior Liability Adjuster - NY Labor Law

Overview Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ "Superior" by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway group - one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide. Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company's success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path! Benefits: We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all. You'll be surprised by all we have to offer! • Competitive compensation • Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment • 401K retirement plan with company match • Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 ½ paid holidays • Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave • Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) • Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation) • Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment • Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement • And much more! Responsibilities Are you a seasoned professional with a knack for navigating complex liability claims? Join our Major Case Unit as a Senior Liability Adjuster, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing high-stakes commercial general liability claims involving litigation and exposures that exceed policy limits. Key Responsibilities: • Expertly handle large and catastrophic losses, ensuring thorough investigations and effective resolutions. • Analyze construction contracts and insurance policies to identify coverage issues and risk transfer strategies. • Proactively negotiate claims to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients. • Investigate losses with a keen eye for detail, identifying covered and uncovered claims. • Collaborate with panel counsel to develop robust litigation plans and defend our insureds. • Review evidence, reports, and medical records to build strong cases. • Establish indemnity and expense reserves with precision. • Process payments efficiently and accurately. • Conduct interviews with insureds, claimants, and witnesses to gather crucial information. Qualifications • Minimum 10 years of prior experience adjusting CGL and BOP liability claims • At least 5 years of experience adjusting New York Labor Law claims with an exposure of $500,000 or more • Bachelor's degree required; Attorney license preferred • Ability to understand coverage • Analyze policies of insurance and relevant contracts to address priority of coverage and explore risk transfer strategies • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong organizational and computer skills • Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize • Occasional travel to hearings, mediations, trials, and conferences Apply tot his job Apply To this Job