What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Liability Adjuster - Major Case Unit position at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies?
Overview
Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide.
Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!
Benefits:
We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all. You’ll be surprised by all we have to offer!
- Competitive compensation
- Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
- 401K retirement plan with company match
- Enjoy generous paid time off to support your work-life balance plus 9 ½ paid holidays
- Up to 6 weeks of parental and bonding leave
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)
- Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment, receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
- Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment
- Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
- And much more!
Responsibilities
Are you a seasoned professional with a knack for navigating complex liability claims? Join our dynamic team as a Senior Liability Adjuster, where you'll play a pivotal role in managing high-stakes commercial general liability claims involving litigation and exposures that exceed policy limits.
Key Responsibilities:
- Expertly handle large and catastrophic losses, ensuring thorough investigations and effective resolutions.
- Analyze construction contracts and insurance policies to identify coverage issues and risk transfer strategies.
- Proactively negotiate claims to achieve favorable outcomes for our clients.
- Investigate losses with a keen eye for detail, identifying covered and uncovered claims.
- Collaborate with panel counsel to develop robust litigation plans and defend our insureds.
- Review evidence, reports, and medical records to build strong cases.
- Establish indemnity and expense reserves with precision.
- Process payments efficiently and accurately.
- Conduct interviews with insureds, claimants, and witnesses to gather crucial information.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in adjusting CGL and BOP liability claims.
- Bachelor's degree required; Attorney license is a plus.
- In-depth understanding of coverage and ability to analyze insurance policies and contracts.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and computer skills.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for hearings, mediations, trials, and conferences.
