Complex Liability Adjuster Litigated CGL & BOP Claims

Job Title

Complex Liability Adjuster

Job Description

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

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Complex Liability Adjuster to handle Commercial General Liability (CGL) and Business Owners Policy (BOP) claims from initial investigation through resolution. This role focuses on litigated and in-suit files, including complex liability exposures involving tow yards, automotive-related operations, and other general liability risks.

• Manage litigated and in-suit claims, partnering with defense counsel, experts and vendors throughout the litigation process
• Review policy language and determine coverage, liability, damages, and litigation strategy
• Develop and execute claim resolution plans that support timely and cost-effective outcomes
• Negotiate settlements with claimants, attorneys, and other involved parties
• Maintain accurate claim documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
• Communicate with insureds, claimants, attorneys, vendors, and internal stakeholders

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of insurance industry experience, including hands-on Commercial General Liability (CGL) claims handling
• 5+ years of experience managing litigated and in-suit CGL and BOP claims
• Experience handling complex liability exposures, including tow yards, vehicle storage facilities, automotive-related, transportation, or premises liability claims preferred
• Strong understanding of litigation management, claim valuation, and negotiation strategies
• Experience analyzing coverage issues and applying policy language to liability claims
• Proven ability to work effectively with defense counsel and manage claims through the litigation lifecycle
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex claims and competing priorities
• Experience using claims management systems and standard business applications
• JD preferred, or bachelor's degree with significant experience handling litigated liability claims
• 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 $70,000 - $115,000

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; and Scottsdale, AZ.

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