Property Desk Claims Adjuster

Company Details

 

Berkley One is a modern insurance provider for a modern generation of affluence. We serve clients who live dynamic, adventurous lives and expect their insurance experience to match. Our mission is to deliver highly personalized risk and claims management through a blend of expert independent agents, cutting-edge digital tools, and the strength of the W.R. Berkley brand.

 

Why Join Us?At Berkley One, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team that’s reimagining personal insurance. We’re building solutions that are as sophisticated and agile as the clients we serve—individuals and families who value innovation, simplicity, and exceptional service. You’ll collaborate with passionate professionals, leverage modern technology, and help shape the future of our industry.

 

What We Value

• A client-first mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences
• Curiosity, creativity, and a drive to challenge the status quo
• Collaboration across disciplines to build smarter, more intuitive solutions
• Integrity, expertise, and a commitment to excellence

Join us in creating a new standard in personal insurance—where protection meets possibility.

 

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. #LI-AV1           #LI-HYBRID

Responsibilities

As our Property Desk Claims Adjuster, you'll be a key contributor to the Berkley One brand.  You'll be responsible for quality handling and resolution of property claims in a timely, professional manner with emphasis on providing quality service. The ideal candidate will have experience in handling all manner of personal lines property claims from the desk. The ability to provide service while assuring proper claim outcomes and expense management.

 

What you can expect:

• Culture of innovation, teamwork, supportive colleagues and leaders willing to invest in talent
• Internal mobility opportunities 
• Visibility to senior leaders and partnership with cross functional teams
• Opportunity to impact change
• Benefits – competitive compensation, paid time off, comprehensive wellness benefits and programs, employer funded health savings account, profit sharing, 401k, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, tuition assistance and professional continuing education

We'll count on you to:

• Appropriately manage assigned first party claims through coverage analysis, virtual desk adjusting, oversight of independent adjusters, other experts, reserving and resolution
• Identify and address coverage issues, complete investigation to determine cause & exposure, set timely reserves and develop detailed action plans
• Manage all experts and vendors assigned on claims including quality, service and expense.
• Write fair and equitable estimates in Symbility on appropriate losses
• Negotiate and convey claim settlements within authority limits
• Establish validity of claims submitted for payment through investigation, research and contact with policyholders, claimants and outside parties for additional information and documentation to evaluate and properly resolve claims
• Write denial letters, Reservation of Rights and other correspondence
• Maintain an effective diary system and document claim file activities in accordance with established procedures
• Pro-actively manage file inventory to ensure timely resolution of cases
• Deliver exceptional customer service to meet the needs of the insured, agent and all internal and external customers
• Perform administrative functions such as expense accounts and time off reporting as required
• Manage Independent Adjusters and experts on select claims
• Assist with the training of other internal and external adjusters on Berkley One best practices
• Catastrophe duty as needed
• Establish relationships within the broker community to promote our brand
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent industry experience
• 5 years of experience handling property insurance claims with an emphasis in working with High Net Worth customers and experience with automated claims systems
• Incredible empathy and understanding of the needs of customers, both insureds and their agents alike. You will be an excellent, pro-active advocate for Berkley One customers and are passionate about their brand experience
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Your communication style is flexible to the situation. You communicate clearly and with a purpose
• Calm under pressure. You have excellent organizational and negotiation skills, integrity, and great follow-through on tasks. You are comfortable challenging norms while working collaboratively with colleagues at all levels of the organization
• You have a strong sense of accountability, fun and adventure
• Natural curiosity. You love learning how things work and you are always looking for innovative improvements
• Collaborative, you will coordinate with lead adjusters and managers on pending claim files requiring additional investigation and confirming coverage on our largest claims. You will also actively participate on CAT duty when needed and assist in overseeing the contractor referral program including re-inspections and quality reviews
• Pro-active, you will manage preferred vendors in order to drive continuous quality improvement
• Broad knowledge of construction, estimating and estimating systems, Symbility preferred

 

Additional Company Details

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees. 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.

Sponsorship Details

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role