Senior Trucking Liability Claims Adjuster (JD Required)

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies•Parsippany, NJ

84d•$130,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers. This role reports to the Director of Claims and handles commercial auto liability and physical damage claims involving trucking operations.

Requirements

JD required
3+ years of experience handling trucking claims
Experience with bodily injury and/or cargo claims
Knowledge of trucking operations, FMCSA/DOT regulations, and multi-state claims handling
Ability to evaluate claims, negotiate settlements, and manage multiple open files
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience using claims systems and standard business tools
Candidates must hold an active adjuster license or be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required state licenses.

Nice To Haves

The company will support the licensing process, including training and compliance with ongoing continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve commercial auto liability and physical damage claims related to trucking
Review policy language to determine coverage and consult with coverage counsel as needed
Manage a caseload of moderate to high complexity claims, including higher exposure files
Communicate with insureds, claimants, attorneys, repair facilities, and law enforcement to gather information
Work with defense counsel and vendors on litigated claims and recovery efforts
Handle claims in accordance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements
Participate in file reviews, team meetings, and training