Commercial Auto Claims Representative (Litigated Bodily Injury)

Berkshire Hathaway Direct Insurance Company

94d • $85,000 - $98,000

About The Position

The Commercial Auto Claims Adjuster will be responsible for evaluating and resolving all components of first and third-party auto claims. This position will require solid knowledge of auto claims adjusting practices, as well as the ability to deliver excellent customer service. Berkshire Hathaway biBerk offers a collaborative company culture with outstanding benefits and competitive compensation. Our success is founded on our strong reputation, and we have received an A+ “Superior” grade by the leading independent insurance rating organization. Backed by our ultimate parent company, Berkshire Hathaway Inc., our brand is founded upon trust, service, and innovation. If you’re looking for an employer with integrity and flexibility, keep reading to learn about our benefits and job openings.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and computer skills.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize.
• Ability to switch focus at a moment’s notice.
• Ability to multi-task when needed.
• Self-motivator: works independently with minimal to moderate supervision.
• Past 3+ years of experience handling bodily injury claims.
• Bachelor’s degree required (insurance industry designation a plus).
• Possessing strong ability to understand and review policy documentation.
• Ability to formulate solid action plans to resolve claims.
• Ability to effectively present files in front of groups.
• Ability to travel for company / claim related events if needed.

Responsibilities

• Directing commercial automobile claim loss investigations and adjusting from a remote office setting.
• Investigating losses (BI/UM/UIM primarily) from office, utilizing Independent Adjusters and other internal/external resources identifying coverage issues and completing coverage analysis.
• Evaluation and valuation of injuries/damages.
• Handling moderate to severe injury claims involving allegations of soft-tissue injuries, bone/cartilage fractures, disc herniations, joint dislocation, short-term hospitalizations and out-patient surgeries.
• Handling attorney represented claimants (litigation claim-handling experience a plus).
• Analyzing and responding to Time Limited Policy Demands.
• Working with experts in multiple disciplines, including: physicians/therapists, attorneys, accountants, medical billing audit firms, accident reconstructionists, biomechanical engineers, forensic accountants.
• Maintaining claim files per established best claim practice guidelines.
• Obtaining and maintaining all required state licenses.

Benefits

• Great work environment with growth opportunity.
• Subsidized downtown parking (for in-office positions).
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous amounts of vacation and sick time.
• Closed on major holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• A fantastic healthcare package.
• Tuition reimbursement after 6 months of employment.
• Service recognition after 5 years of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees