Senior Complex Liability Claims Adjuster

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies in New York, NY is seeking a Complex Liability Adjuster to manage 115-130 complex CGL and BOP claims from investigation to resolution. You'll evaluate coverage, liability, and damages, and coordinate with defense counsel to plan litigation and settlements.

This hybrid role offers a 2 days remote / 3 in-office schedule, predictable hours, competitive pay, generous PTO, and benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing litigated and in-suit CGL and BOP claims.
• 10+ years of insurance industry experience, including hands‑on (CGL) claims handling.
• Strong knowledge of litigation management, claim evaluation, and negotiation.
• Experience analyzing coverage issues and applying policy language to liability claims.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with defense counsel and manage claims throughout the litigation lifecycle.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex claims and competing priorities.
• Experience using claims management systems and standard business applications.
• JD preferred, or bachelor’s degree with significant experience handling litigated liability claims.
• Licensing requirement: active adjuster license or willingness to obtain and maintain all required state licenses.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex CGL and BOP claims from initial investigation through resolution.
• Manage litigated and in-suit claims in partnership with defense counsel and vendors.
• Review policy language and determine coverage, liability, and damages.
• Develop and implement claim handling and resolution plans.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants and attorneys.
• Maintain accurate claim documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate with insureds, claimants, attorneys, and internal teams.

Skills

Litigation management

Claims handling

Negotiation

Communication skills

Licensing

Policy knowledge

Coverage evaluation

Education

JD preferred

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Claims management systems

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies in New York, NY is seeking a Complex Liability Adjuster to manage 115-130 complex CGL and BOP claims from investigation to resolution. You'll evaluate coverage, liability, and damages, and coordinate with defense counsel to plan litigation and settlements.

This hybrid role offers a 2 days remote / 3 in-office schedule, predictable hours, competitive pay, generous PTO, and benefits from day one.