Liability Claim Adjuster

Berkley Corporation, founded in 1967, is one of the nation’s premier commercial lines property casualty insurance providers. Founded in 2004, Berkley Environmental has underwriting and account executive units in seven regions. Berkley Environmental offers an array of coverages for virtually all classes traditionally known to have environmental liability exposures on both an admitted and non-admitted basis. We provide a comprehensive portfolio of commercial property casualty insurance, automobile liability and workers’ compensation, along with claim services, providing expertise to meet the unique business needs of our customers.

Responsibilities The auto liability claims department is looking for an experienced Auto Liability Claims Examiner individual contributor to handle moderate complexity auto claims in a fast paced energetic environment within our organization. This position requires an understanding and knowledge of litigation management in multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will routinely handle claims involving liability/coverage issues, and litigated matters including some reserved in excess of $250,000.

Evaluate, negotiate, and settle assigned property damage or bodily injury claims within authority granted, or seek authority for those claims in excess of authority.

Obtain all required adjuster licenses within 180 days

Handle claims from assignment to conclusion, develop action plans to manage case for early resolution.

Provide direction and guidance to defense attorneys to develop an effective and cost-efficient litigation plan.

Provide a positive customer service experience

Maintain a current diary on outstanding claims

Meet or exceed objectives for reserving standards, quality audits, closing ratio, expense controls, Medicare compliance

Maintain all adjuster licenses by attending CE courses as required

Qualifications 4-year college degree with a concentration in business, law, public administration or insurance preferred.

5+ years of experience handling claims in Commercial Lines. 2+ years of experience handling litigated injury claims.

Ability to work independently and handle cases with moderate supervision.

Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans.

the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate;