Declaratory Relief Action Claims Adjuster

About the role

This position involves managing high-value declaratory relief action cases with a focus on complex litigation and long-tail insurance claims. Key responsibilities include developing litigation strategies, evaluating risk, and driving efficient claim resolutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage declaratory relief action claims from assignment through resolution, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal standards.
• Analyze complex insurance policies, underwriting documentation, litigation materials, and claim files to determine appropriate coverage positions and claim strategies.
• Develop, implement, and oversee litigation management plans while coordinating with outside counsel and ensuring legal activities align with organizational objectives.
• Maintain cost-effective claim handling practices by monitoring legal expenses, evaluating budgets, and managing external vendors.
• Partner with underlying claims adjusters and analytical teams to assess litigation exposure, identify settlement opportunities, and support informed decision-making.
• Represent organizational coverage positions confidently during depositions and other legal proceedings.
• Stay current with legal developments, industry trends, and emerging issues affecting declaratory relief actions and long-tail liability claims.
• Leverage AI-powered tools and digital resources to improve efficiency, analysis, and overall claims management.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of experience handling litigated insurance claims, particularly long-tail liability matters with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Strong technical expertise in asbestos, pollution, health hazard (APH), sexual abuse, or other complex liability claims.
• Advanced understanding of liability insurance policy language, coverage interpretation, and declaratory judgment litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex claims within a highly regulated insurance environment.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Able to work effectively in a fully remote environment with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Juris Doctor (JD) preferred.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as business needs require.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future employment sponsorship.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ranging from $90,400 to $150,600, based on experience, skills, and geographic location.
• Annual performance incentive program eligibility.
• Fully remote work environment with nationwide hiring.
• Comprehensive healthcare and employee benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth.
• Collaborative, inclusive workplace that values integrity, diversity, and continuous learning.
• Exposure to highly specialized, complex insurance litigation and claims management.

Pay

Competitive base salary ranging from $90,400 to $150,600, based on experience, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule

Full-time, permanent position with a stable and supportive organization.