Litigation Claims Adjuster, Trucking

Reserv

2d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Litigation Claims Examiner to manage litigated files and attend trials, conferences, mediations, and arbitrations. The successful candidate will investigate and gather all necessary information and documentation related to claims, evaluate liability and damages, negotiate and settle claims, and manage litigation cases related to auto claims disputes. The Litigation Claims Examiner will also be responsible for maintaining electronic files, analyzing defense counsel's performance, and regularly reporting to the Claims Manager. In addition, you will collaborate closely with our product and engineering teams to give feedback and identify technology and process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (lack of one should not stop you from applying if you possess all the other qualifications)
• 10+ years of claim handling experience, with 5+ of those years handling a pending of >60% in litigation
• Transportation litigation (rideshare, auto, trucking, etc) is preferred but those with personal lines experience should still apply if they meet all other requirements.
• Not intimidated by an attorney, even if you are not one! You are the driver of the litigation strategy for any particular claim. You manage the discovery in the order and timing of events and hold attorney accountable
• Understand transportation coverages. Understand contractual risk transfer and additional insured forms
• Strong medical knowledge
• Sense of urgency and understanding of how to manage time-sensitive demands
• Ability and willingness to communicate both on the phone and in written form in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills. You will conduct your own negotiations directly with opposing counsel
• Knowledge of multiple state statutes, including good faith claim handling practices, regulations, and guidelines
• Ability to professionally collaborate with all stakeholders in a claim
• Have active adjuster license(s) and be willing to obtain all licenses within 45 days, including completing state required testing
• Attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote environment
• Curious and motivated by problem solving and questioning the status quo
• Desire to engage in learning opportunities and continuous professional development
• Willingness to travel for client and claims needs

Nice To Haves

• Highly motivated and growth-oriented. You're excited by the prospect of building a tech-driven claims org.
• Passionate adjuster who cares about the customer and their experience.
• Empathetic. You exercise empathy and patience towards everyone you interact with.
• Sense of urgency - at all times. That does not mean working at all hours.
• Creative. You can find the right exit ramp (pun intended) for the resolution of the claim that is in the insured’s best interest.
• Conflict-enjoyer. Conflict does not have to be adversarial, but it HAS to be conversational.
• Curious. You have to want to know the whole story so you can make the right decisions early and action them to a prompt resolution.
• Anti-status quo. You don’t just wish things were done differently, you action on it.
• Communicative. (we'd love to know what this means to you)
• A sense of humor. Claims are hard enough as it is.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal aspects of litigated cases, including evaluation of legal process and expenses
• Analyze and review auto insurance claims to identify areas of dispute, investigate and gather all necessary information and documentation related to the claim, evaluate liability and damages related to the claim, and negotiate and settle claims with opposing parties or their insurance providers
• Manage litigation cases related to auto claims disputes, attend mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings as necessary, and communicate regularly with clients, claims adjusters, attorneys, and other stakeholders
• Collaborate with defense counsel, claims counsel, and litigation claims management for strategic planning, including developing and maintaining positive working relationships with approved defense firms and other vendors in the industry
• Review legal documents and ensure compliance with initial suit-handling plan of action
• Serve as corporate representative for discovery review and depositions, and appear as Corporate Representative at depositions and trials when needed
• Analyze policy language and reach appropriate coverage decisions, draft frequent and complex coverage correspondence, and proactively manage primarily litigated claim files from inception to closure
• Direct and control the activities and costs of numerous outside vendors including defense counsel and coverage counsel, experts and independent adjusters
• Maintain adjuster licenses and continuing education requirements

Benefits

• Generous health-insurance package with nationwide coverage, vision, & dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Competitive PTO policy – we want our employees fresh, healthy, happy, and energized!
• Generous family leave policy after 8 months of continuous work
• Work from anywhere to facilitate your work life balance
• Apple laptop, large second monitor, and other quality-of-life equipment you may want. Technology is something that should make your life easier, not harder!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior