Seeking an experienced claims professional to manage high-severity, complex casualty claims involving serious injuries, large losses, and litigation. This senior-level role requires strong technical expertise in GL and auto liability, coverage analysis, and settlement strategy. Ideal for a skilled negotiator who can lead claim resolution and litigation in challenging jurisdictions.
Senior Casualty Adjuster
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Casualty Adjuster to take ownership of high-exposure, multi-million-dollar casualty claims. This role is ideal for professionals with deep technical knowledge in general liability (GL), auto liability, and catastrophic injury claims. The successful candidate will play a critical role in litigation strategy, claim resolution, and stakeholder communication, managing complex matters involving severe injuries, class actions, and large-scale property damage. This is an opportunity to be a key decision-maker in high-severity claims and contribute meaningfully to a high-performing claims team.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle a portfolio of complex, high-value casualty claims, including catastrophic injury, wrongful death, multi-vehicle accidents, and product liability losses.
- Analyze and interpret coverage under commercial general liability and auto policies, including excess layers.
- Develop and implement robust claim strategies, including coverage analysis, liability assessment, damages evaluation, and negotiation tactics.
- Direct litigation strategy in collaboration with defense counsel, ensuring cost-effective and results-driven legal outcomes.
- Lead settlement negotiations, including participation in mediations, settlement conferences, and direct negotiations with top-tier plaintiff attorneys.
- Present large-loss files and disposition strategies to senior leadership and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of file developments, exposure evaluations, and resolution plans.
- Communicate regularly and professionally with insureds, brokers, claimants, and attorneys to manage expectations and ensure transparency.
Locations:
- NYC, NY
- Jersey City, NJ
- Parsippany, NJ
- Philadelphia, PA
- Farmington, CT
- Chicago, IL
- Nashville, TN
- Atlanta, GA
- Boston, MA
- Houston, TX
- Fort Worth / Dallas, TX
