General Liability Claims Adjuster

Illinois Association of Mutual Insurance Companies; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborative, people-first culture

Job summary

Gallagher is hiring a Claims Adjuster to support our clients across the United States. The role requires evaluating General Liability claims, communicating with insureds, and resolving claims efficiently within policy guidelines.

Hybrid work is available with in-person collaboration a few days per week. The ideal candidate will have a claims background, US jurisdiction experience, and a commitment to service excellence, with licensure in preferred states.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years related claims experience.
• Active licenses in required states or licensing in applicable jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Apply claims management experience to assess exposure and determine appropriate action.
• Interact with parties involved in the claim process to communicate and resolve claims.
• Provide empathetic customer service to claimants throughout the process.
• Document claim activity timely and in line with policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to improve claims management processes.

Skills

Claims experience

Communication

Analytical skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Claims software

Job description

Introduction

At Gallagher Bassett, we're there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers - people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you're managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.

Overview

Role specifics: Jurisdictions: Entire US

Licenses: Required - TX, FL, NY Preferred

Location: Hybrid 2x per week in the following locations - Carrolton, TX, Downers Grove, IL, or St Peters, MO. This role is not eligible for fully remote work.

How you'll make an impact

• Apply claims management experience to execute decision-making to analyze claims exposure, plan the proper course of action, and appropriately resolve claims.


• Interact extensively with various parties involved in the claim process to ensure effective communication and resolution.


• Provide exceptional customer service to our claimants on behalf of our clients exhibiting empathy through each step of the claims process


• Handle claims consistent with clients' and corporate policies, procedures, and standard methodologies in accordance with statutory, regulatory, and ethics requirements.


• Document and communicate claim activity timely and efficiently, supporting the outcome of the claim file.

About You

Ideal candidates for this position will have:

• Claims Background: General Liability Claims such as Restaurant and Retail premises, food borne illness, slip and fall type claims.


• Jurisdictional Experience: United States


• Active Adjusters' licenses: Required - NY, TX, FL preferred


• As a key member of our Claims Adjuster team, you will:


• Investigate, evaluate, and resolve General Liability claims, applying your claims experience and analytical skills to make informed decisions and bring claims to resolution.


• Work in partnership with our clients to deliver innovative solutions and enhance the claims management process.


• Think critically, solve problems, plan, and prioritize activities to optimally serve clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma.


• Minimum of 3 years related claims experience.


• Appropriate licensing and/or certification in all states in which claims are being handled.


• Knowledge of accepted industry standards and practices.


• Computer experience with related claims and business software.

DESIRED:

• Bachelor's Degree.

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Compensation and benefits

At Gallagher, we believe supporting our colleagues goes far beyond the role itself. For more information, visit our Benefits page.

• Competitive compensation


• Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being


• Career development opportunities and ongoing learning


• A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership


• The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact

At Gallagher, we are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to join our Talent Community to stay connected to additional career opportunities. At times, we will consider transferable skills from previous roles.

Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)