Senior Litigation Claims Adjuster — Hybrid

Merchants Mutual Insurance; Bedford (NH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Flexible work arrangements

Company bonus program

Generous paid time off

Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision,

Job summary

Merchants Insurance Group is seeking a Litigation Claims Adjuster to join our Bedford, New Hampshire team. This hybrid role focuses on auto and general liability claims, including NY Labor Law, construction defect and third-party property damage issues, with extensive collaboration among policyholders, attorneys, and service providers.

Ideal candidates hold a 4-year degree with 5+ years in commercial lines claims, and may have a JD or insurance-defense background.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or equivalent work-related experience.
• 5+ years' experience handling commercial lines claims, with NY Labor Law, construction defect or third-party property damage experience a plus.
• JD and insurance-defense background encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships with claims staff, policyholders, attorneys and service providers to optimize outcomes.
• Manage a portfolio of complex and high-exposure litigated claims involving liability and property damage.
• Interpret policy language to evaluate coverage and prepare coverage position letters.
• Oversee claim investigations, evaluation and equitable settlements.
• Maintain reserves consistent with reserving practices and negotiate settlements with counsel.
• Identify risk transfer opportunities through contracts and applicable law.

Job description

Merchants Insurance Group is seeking a Litigation Claims Adjuster to join our Bedford, New Hampshire team. This hybrid role focuses on auto and general liability claims, including NY Labor Law, construction defect and third-party property damage issues, with extensive collaboration among policyholders, attorneys, and service providers.

Ideal candidates hold a 4-year degree with 5+ years in commercial lines claims, and may have a JD or insurance-defense background.