Senior Liability Claims Specialist

Holmes Murphy; West Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

401k Profit Sharing

Generous time off

Volunteer time off

Diversity & Belonging programs

Job summary

Holmes Murphy is seeking a Liability Claims Specialist to join the Creative Risk Solutions team. You will review coverage, adjudicate claims, and negotiate settlements with a focus on best practices. The role emphasizes accuracy in loss information, reserves, and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of property and casualty claims experience, active adjuster licensing, and strong analytical and mentoring abilities to support junior specialists.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma; college degree preferred.
• Licensing: Active state specific adjusters license required or the ability to acquire license within three months of hire.
• Experience: 5+ years of adjusting property and casualty claims.
• Skills & Technical Competencies: Knowledge of general and auto liability coverages, claims processing procedures, complex calculations, state insurance regulations, and licensing exams.

Responsibilities

• Review coverage for commercial auto and general liability claims.
• Adjudicate claims, investigate bodily injury/liability claims, and negotiate settlements.
• Maintain accurate loss information and reserves within authority.
• Research and respond to questions from insureds, claimants, and carriers.
• Monitor litigated claims and protect insureds' and carriers' interests.
• Participate in claim reviews and risk control workshops.
• Identify subrogation and report fraud when applicable.
• Train and mentor Liability Claims Specialists I and II.

Skills

General liability

Auto liability

Claims processing

Regulatory knowledge

Mathematical calculations

Client communication

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Claims management software

Job description

Holmes Murphy is seeking a Liability Claims Specialist to join the Creative Risk Solutions team. You will review coverage, adjudicate claims, and negotiate settlements with a focus on best practices. The role emphasizes accuracy in loss information, reserves, and regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of property and casualty claims experience, active adjuster licensing, and strong analytical and mentoring abilities to support junior specialists.