Trucking Liability Claims Specialist (JD Required)

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies•Parsippany, NJ

2d•$130,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Good Things Start Here. 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. Good Things You Can Count On. Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays) Competitive pay + generous PTO Medical, dental & vision starting day one 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses Responsibilities Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking a Trucking Claims Specialist to join our P&C Claims Casualty team. This role reports to the Director of Claims and is responsible for investigating and resolving commercial auto liability and physical damage claims, with a focus on trucking exposures. The ideal candidate will bring strong legal and analytical skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality, defensible claims outcomes in complex and high‑exposure matters.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) required.
3+ years of experience in the trucking industry, including commercial auto or trucking claims management.
Experience handling bodily injury and/or cargo exposures.
Familiarity with trucking operations, FMCSA/DOT regulations, and multi‑jurisdictional claims practices.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and legal reasoning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proven ability to handle sensitive, high‑stakes claims with professionalism and sound judgment.
Possession of applicable state adjuster licenses, or the ability to obtain required licenses.

Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve commercial auto liability and physical damage claims involving trucking exposures.
Review and interpret policy language to determine coverage and collaborate with coverage counsel as needed.
Manage a caseload of moderate to high complexity and exposure, developing and executing effective resolution strategies.
Communicate with insureds, claimants, attorneys, body shops, and law enforcement to gather and evaluate relevant information.
Partner with defense counsel and vendors to support litigation strategy, negotiation, and recovery efforts.
Ensure claims are handled accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with service standards and regulatory requirements.
Participate in file reviews, team meetings, and ongoing training to support continuous learning and professional development.