Sr. Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster - Complex/Litigation (NJ)

Job Title

Complex Claims Adjuster

Overview

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companiesan 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.

Responsibilities

• Determine compensability and coverage for workers' compensation claims
• Negotiate and complete settlements within established authority levels
• Gather and review medical and factual evidence
• Coordinate outside investigations
• Manage defense counsel and litigation activity
• Communicate with claimants, attorneys, investigators, rehabilitation providers, insureds, medical providers, and agents
• Maintain claim handling and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience handling New Jersey loss time workers' compensation claims, including litigated claims
• Ability to handle claims across multiple jurisdictions
• Organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to evaluate claims, negotiate settlements, and manage multiple open files
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 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 $50,000 - $100,000

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; Scottsdale, AZ; and Rancho Cordova, CA.