Senior Liability Claims Adjuster - Major Case Unit

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

No nights/weekends

Competitive pay

Insurance starting day one

401(k) and tuition reimbursement

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies seeks a Senior Liability Adjuster to manage a caseload of 80-115 commercial general liability claims, including large-loss, highly litigated matters with exposures up to and exceeding policy limits.

In this hybrid role, you will own complex claims, develop resolution strategies, and coordinate with defense counsel to optimize outcomes while traveling for mediations, hearings, and trials as needed.

Qualifications

• 10+ years adjusting CGL and BOP liability claims
• Bachelor's degree; active attorney license is a plus
• Strong knowledge of coverage analysis and policy interpretation
• Experience evaluating contracts and risk transfer opportunities
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage a complex claims caseload
• Ability to travel occasionally for mediations, hearings, trials and conferences
• Active adjuster license or ability to obtain/maintain required licenses

Responsibilities

• Own a caseload of complex high-exposure CGL claims
• Manage litigated, large-loss, catastrophic matters
• Analyze coverage, liability, contracts, and risk transfer
• Develop resolution strategies and negotiate settlements
• Direct defense counsel and collaborate on litigation strategy
• Evaluate evidence and claim documentation
• Establish appropriate reserves and process settlements

Skills

CGL claims experience

Contracts risk transfer

Coverage analysis

Caseload management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Adjuster license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Policy interpretation

Job description

Good Things Start Here. Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Overview

Good Things Start Here. Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Good Things You Can Count On

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office
• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is hiring a Senior Liability Adjuster to manage a caseload of approximately 80-115 commercial general liability claims, including large-loss, highly litigated matters with exposures up to and exceeding policy limits.

In This Role, You'll

• Own a caseload of complex high-exposure CGL claims
• Manage litigated, large-loss, catastrophic matters
• Analyze coverage, liability, contracts, and risk transfer
• Develop resolution strategies and negotiate settlements
• Direct defense counsel and collaborate on litigation strategy
• Evaluate evidence and claim documentation
• Establish appropriate reserves and process settlements

Qualifications

• 10+ years of prior experience adjusting CGL and BOP liability claims or equivalent experience
• Bachelor's degree, active attorney license is a plus
• Advanced knowledge of coverage analysis and policy interpretation
• Experience evaluating contracts, priority of coverage, and risk transfer opportunities
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage a complex claims caseload
• Ability to travel occasionally for mediations, hearings, trials, and conferences
• Licensing Requirement: Candidates must hold an active adjuster license or be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required state licenses. The company will support the licensing process, including training and compliance with ongoing continuing education requirements.

Salary $100,000 - $150,000 +bonus

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good ‐faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law. This role may be based out of any of our office locations, including: New York, NY; Parsippany, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes‑Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA; Rosemont, IL; Plano, TX; and Scottsdale, AZ.

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