P&C Claims Specialist

Claims Adjuster

Berkley Risk is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, an A. M. Best A+ rated Fortune 500 holding company. Berkley is comprised of individual operating units that serve a defined insurance market segment. Berkley Risk is focused on providing self-insured entities program administration services and insurance operations which can include taking or sharing risk using Berkley paper. This capability allows us to customize both an insurance company option and a purely administrative option for our customers.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an outstanding and collaborative candidate to work within our small, dynamic team. Responsible for adjusting claims as assigned, to perform all claim duties associated with the investigation, evaluation and resolution of all claims assigned.

• Understands and can apply coverage for the claims assigned. Issues appropriate RORs and disclaimers.
• Conducts the necessary investigation, either by phone, or through independent adjusters, to determine coverage, liability and damages.
• Evaluates, negotiates, and settles assigned claims within authority granted, or seeks authority for those claims in excess of authority.
• Identifies subrogation / contribution / deductible recovery opportunities and effectively pursues recovery when appropriate.
• Assigns and actively directs independent adjusters as well as defense attorneys. Complies with litigation management guidelines.
• Keeps claim files maintained in a consistent and organized manner, diaries are kept current, and reserves are constantly assessed for adequacy throughout the life of the claim.
• Complies with reinsurance and client reporting guidelines.
• Issues loss and expense payments properly and on a timely basis.

May perform other functions as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including : Base Salary Benefits include Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.