Contract Complex Professional Liability Claims Adjuster

Hiscox; East Windsor Hill (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Hiscox USA seeks a Temporary Contract Complex Claims Specialist—Professional Liability to manage mid- to high-severity claims from inception through resolution across Allied Healthcare, Architects & Engineers, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability matters. This individual contributor role supports coordination with external and internal partners, including legal counsel, underwriting, and experts.

The assignment covers all claims and litigation phases, with supervision minimal and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Professional Liability and/or Specialty or Financial Lines claims-handling experience.
• Proven ability to positively affect complex claims outcomes through investigation and negotiation.
• Advanced knowledge of Professional Liability coverage principles across multiple lines.
• Advanced knowledge of litigation process and negotiation skills.
• Must hold, or be able to obtain before handling applicable claims, all adjuster licenses required for the jurisdictions covered by the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts and resolves complex, mid- to high-severity Professional Liability claims in all phases of litigation.
• Drafts complex coverage letters, including reservation of rights and denial letters.
• Reviews and analyzes claim documentation and legal filings.
• Drives litigation best practices to lead defense strategy on litigated files.
• Identifies emerging exposures, claim trends, and cross-line issues affecting Professional Liability portfolios.
• Documents claim files with all relevant documentation in compliance with policies and regulatory authorities.

Skills

Professional Liability

Litigation management

Coverage analysis

Licensing

Education

JD / ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Hiscox USA seeks a Temporary Contract Complex Claims Specialist—Professional Liability to manage mid- to high-severity claims from inception through resolution across Allied Healthcare, Architects & Engineers, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability matters. This individual contributor role supports coordination with external and internal partners, including legal counsel, underwriting, and experts.

The assignment covers all claims and litigation phases, with supervision minimal and