Professional Liability Adjuster
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! The Professional Liability Adjuster is responsible for conducting office investigations and adjusting Professional Liability and Error & Omission (E&O), Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI), and Directors & Officers (D&O) Liability claims. The Adjuster is also responsible for, but not limited to: Investigating losses and identifying coverage issues across Professional Liability, E&O, EPLO, and D&O lines Obtaining and reviewing evidence, reports, and medical records Establishing damages and reserves Processing payments Taking statements from insured’s, claimants, and witnesses Participating in Mediations This role may be based out of any of our office locations, including: New York, NY; Parsippany, NJ; Philadelphia, PA; Conshohocken, PA; Wilkes‑Barre, PA; Alpharetta, GA; Rosemont, IL; Plano, TX; Scottsdale, AZ; and Rancho Cordova, CA. The salary ranges below reflect broad pay bands based on cost‑of‑labor groupings. Actual base pay will vary depending on factors such as experience, education, skills, performance, job responsibilities, and work location. High‑Cost Markets (e.g., New York City, Northern New Jersey, parts of California, Chicago) Estimated Base Salary Range: $100,000 – $170,000 Standard‑Cost Markets (e.g., Pennsylvania, Texas, Georgia, Arizona, Illinois, remaining markets) Estimated Base Salary Range: $80,000 – $140,000
Requirements
- Active attorney license with at least 5 years of professional liability experience
- Prior experience adjusting Professional Liability, E&O, EPLI, and D&O claims
- Strong understanding of employment law and corporate governance as it relates to EPLI and D&O exposures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and computer skills
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Legal Malpractice preferred
- Active Adjuster license is preferred
Responsibilities
- Investigating losses and identifying coverage issues across Professional Liability, E&O, EPLO, and D&O lines
- Obtaining and reviewing evidence, reports, and medical records
- Establishing damages and reserves
- Processing payments
- Taking statements from insured’s, claimants, and witnesses
- Participating in Mediations
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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
