Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies · 2 weeks ago
Senior Liability Adjuster - New York Labor Law (Major Case Unit)
NYC Metro Area
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expBerkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is a leading provider of Property & Casualty insurance products and services. They are seeking a Senior Liability Adjuster to manage complex commercial general liability claims with a focus on New York Labor Law and catastrophic losses.
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Responsibilities
Manage large and catastrophic losses, ensuring deep‑dive investigations and strategic claim outcomes
Lead the analysis of construction contracts and insurance policies to determine coverage, identify priority of coverage, and evaluate risk transfer opportunities
Drive negotiation and settlement strategy, securing cost‑effective, defensible outcomes
Investigate claims thoroughly, pinpointing covered vs. uncovered exposures
Collaborate closely with panel counsel to build litigation strategy, prepare for hearings, and defend insureds effectively
Review medical records, expert reports, and evidence to strengthen case positions
Set accurate indemnity and expense reserves on complex, high‑exposure files
Issue timely and precise payments, maintaining financial accuracy
Interview insureds, claimants, and witnesses to gather critical claim intelligence
Occasional travel for mediations, trials, hearings, and onsite conferences
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience handling Commercial General Liability (CGL) and BOP liability claims
5+ years specializing in New York Labor Law with significant loss exposure
Bachelor's degree required, J.D. highly preferred
Strong coverage knowledge and the ability to interpret insurance policies and construction contracts
Demonstrated capability in risk transfer analysis and prioritizing coverage
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational ability and comfort with claims technology
Excellent time‑management and multi‑tasking skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with counsel, experts, and internal partners
Benefits
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!
Company
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies offers property, casualty and commercial insurance solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Carl Witkowski
Chief Operating Officer
Lyle Hitt
Chief Insurance Officer and Executive Vice President
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