Senior Liability Adjuster - New York Labor Law (Major Case Unit)

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies•New York, NY

21d•$90,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

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! Specializing in New York Labor Law & High-Exposure Losses Are you a veteran liability adjuster who thrives on complexity, strategy, and high‑stakes negotiations? Step into a role where your expertise in New York Labor Law and catastrophic loss management truly matters. Join our Major Case Unit as a Senior Liability Adjuster, and take ownership of some of the most challenging and impactful commercial general liability claims in our organization. In this senior-level role, you’ll lead the investigation, evaluation, and resolution of large‑loss and litigated CGL claims, with a strong emphasis on New York Labor Law matters.

Requirements

10+ years of experience handling Commercial General Liability (CGL) and BOP liability claims
5+ years specializing in New York Labor Law with significant loss exposure
Bachelor’s degree required, J.D. highly preferred
Strong coverage knowledge and the ability to interpret insurance policies and construction contracts
Demonstrated capability in risk transfer analysis and prioritizing coverage
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational ability and comfort with claims technology
Excellent time‑management and multi‑tasking skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with counsel, experts, and internal partners

Responsibilities

Manage large and catastrophic losses, ensuring deep‑dive investigations and strategic claim outcomes.
Lead the analysis of construction contracts and insurance policies to determine coverage, identify priority of coverage, and evaluate risk transfer opportunities.
Drive negotiation and settlement strategy, securing cost‑effective, defensible outcomes.
Investigate claims thoroughly, pinpointing covered vs. uncovered exposures.
Collaborate closely with panel counsel to build litigation strategy, prepare for hearings, and defend insureds effectively.
Review medical records, expert reports, and evidence to strengthen case positions.
Set accurate indemnity and expense reserves on complex, high‑exposure files.
Issue timely and precise payments, maintaining financial accuracy.
Interview insureds, claimants, and witnesses to gather critical claim intelligence.
Occasional travel for mediations, trials, hearings, and onsite conferences.

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
We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all.