Senior Liability Adjuster - Major Case Unit

<strong>Overview</strong><br><br>Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents/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 the leading small business insurance provider nationwide.<br><br>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!<br><br>BENEFITS<br><br>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! <br><br><ul><li><ul><li>Competitive compensation</li><li>Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment</li><li>401K retirement plan with company match</li><li>Enjoy generous paid time off, including up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave, plus 9 paid holidays to support your work-life balance</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days from home)</li><li>Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)</li><li>Tuition reimbursement after six months of employment</li><li>Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement</li><li>And much more!</li></ul></li></ul><br><br><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br><br>The<strong> Senior Liability Adjuster</strong> is responsible for conducting office investigations and adjusting commercial general liability claims that are largely litigated and exposures up to and over policy limits. The Adjuster is also responsible for, but not limited to: <br><ul><li>Handling large and catastrophic losses</li><li>Analyzing construction and other contracts</li><li>Analyzing policies of insurance</li><li>Addressing risk transfer strategies and priority of coverage</li><li>Proactive approach towards negotiating claims towards resolution</li><li>Investigating losses and identifying coverage issues</li><li>Analyzing coverage and identifying covered and uncovered claims</li><li>Assigning panel counsel to defend our insured(s)</li><li>Working with counsel to develop litigation plan to resolve underlying claim</li><li>Obtaining and reviewing evidence, reports, and medical records</li><li>Establishing indemnity and expense reserves</li><li>Processing payments</li><li>Taking statements from insured's, claimants, and witnesses</li></ul><br><br><strong>Qualifications</strong><br><br><ul><li>At least 10 years of prior experience adjusting CGL and BOP liability claims </li><li>Bachelor's degree, Attorney license a plus</li><li>Able to understand coverage</li><li>Ability to analyze policies of insurance and relevant contracts to address priority of coverage and explore risk transfer strategies</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Strong organizational and computer skills</li><li>Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize</li><li>Able to occasionally travel to hearings, mediations, trials, and conferences </li></ul><br><strong>Salary Range</strong><br><br>$60,000.00-$145,000.00 USD <br><br>The successful candidate is expected to work in one of our offices 3 days per week and also be available for travel as required.<br><br>The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the U.S. and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.

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