Senior Liability Claims Specialist (High-Exposure CGL)

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Predictable hours

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Longevity bonuses

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Senior Liability Adjuster to manage a ca​se load of 80–115 commercial general liability claims, including large-loss and highly litigated matters. The role demands strong analysis of coverage, contracts and risk transfer, with direct coordination of defense counsel.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (2 days remote / 3 in-office), with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits starting day one, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of prior experience adjusting CGL and BOP liability claims or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's degree, 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: active adjuster license; company will support licensing process.

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 handling

Litigation strategy

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Attorney license

Job description

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Senior Liability Adjuster to manage a ca​se load of 80–115 commercial general liability claims, including large-loss and highly litigated matters. The role demands strong analysis of coverage, contracts and risk transfer, with direct coordination of defense counsel.

The position offers a hybrid schedule (2 days remote / 3 in-office), with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits starting day one, and opportunities for advancement.