Insurance Coverage Counsel – Workers’ Compensation Focus

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies • Wilkes-Barre, PA

110d

About The Position

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. We provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents and brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway group – one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be a leading small business insurance provider nationwide. Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company’s success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Collaborative mindset and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Workers’ Compensation, insurance coverage, claims, or litigation.
• Familiarity with first-party property coverage is a plus (but not required).

Responsibilities

• Lead Coverage Evaluations: Triage referrals, assess case facts, and determine coverage applicability using internal systems and state databases.
• Communicate Strategically: Draft formal coverage responses for policyholders, agents, and other stakeholders. Manage communications throughout the case lifecycle.
• Support Litigation: Assign and oversee defense counsel, develop litigation strategies, and assemble supporting evidence.
• Navigate Complex Policies: Interpret Workers’ Compensation policies across voluntary and residual markets, including terminations, non-renewals, and lapses.
• Respond to Coverage Assertions: Address state-specific protocols, 'Other States' provisions, and third-party insured claims.
• Drive Process Improvements: Identify coverage trends and recommend corrective actions to improve outcomes and reduce risk.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with Legal, Claims, and other departments on subpoena responses, invoice processing, and litigation monitoring.

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!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees