Liability Claims Adjuster | Dedicated Client | Bodily Injury Experience | East Coast Jurisdiction | Licensing Preferred

Sedgwick•Marlton, NJ

7d•$65,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Sedgwick is hiring a Liability Claims Adjuster to analyze mid- and higher-level general liability claims, determine benefits due, ensure claims are adjudicated according to company standards and industry best practices, identify subrogation opportunities, and negotiate settlements. The role serves a dedicated client and involves bodily injury claims across the East Coast jurisdiction of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida. The position is based in Marlton, New Jersey, with a hybrid schedule requiring two days in the office for employees within commuting distance. Candidates outside commuting distance may work remotely. The adjuster communicates claim actions with claimants and clients, maintains professional client relationships, and documents and codes claim files accurately. The role may also involve complex lifetime medical or defined-period medical claims, including state and physician filings and decisions about treatments recommended by utilization review. Sedgwick describes its culture as caring and offers flexibility, professional development, and promotional growth opportunities. The job posting lists a starting pay range of $65,000–$70,000 for the stated jurisdiction and describes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Four years of claims management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
Knowledge of East Coast jurisdictions: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Florida.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
Professional certification applicable to the line of business preferred.
Home-state licensing preferred.

Responsibilities

Gather information to determine liability exposure for mid-level general liability claims.
Assign reserve values, make claims payments as necessary, and settle claims up to the designated authority level.
Assess liability and resolve claims within the evaluation.
Approve and process assigned claims, determine benefits due, and manage action plans under the claim or client contract.
Manage claim subrogation and negotiate settlements.
Communicate claim actions to claimants and clients.
Ensure claim files are properly documented and claims coding is correct.
When applicable, process complex lifetime medical or defined-period medical claims, including state and physician filings and decisions about treatments recommended by utilization review.
Maintain professional client relationships.