California Habitability Claims Adjuster

Overview

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

If California Habitability claims are your specialty, this is an opportunity to bring that experience to Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies. As part of our Complex Claims team, you'll take ownership of litigated California Habitability claims, working closely with defense counsel while managing files through investigation, litigation, negotiation, and resolution.

• Investigate claims and assess coverage, liability, damages, and overall exposure
• Analyze medical records, reports, evidence, and litigation developments
• Set and maintain reserves and manage indemnity and expense payments
• Conduct interviews with insureds, claimants, witnesses, and other parties
• Collaborate with defense counsel on litigation strategy and claim resolution
• Maintain well-documented, timely claim files
• Negotiate and resolve claims within assigned authority

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience handling litigated California Habitability claims
• JD preferred, or bachelor's degree with relevant liability adjusting experience
• Demonstrated experience managing litigation and partnering with defense counsel
• Strong written, verbal, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Experience using claims management systems
• Licensing Requirement: Candidates must hold an active adjuster license or be willing and able to obtain and maintain all required state licenses. The company will support the licensing process, including training and compliance with ongoing continuing education requirements.

Salary $100,000 - $170,000

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, this range represents a good‐faith estimate. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

This role may be based out of one of the following office locations:

Scottsdale, AZ; Plano, TX; Alpharetta, GA; Rosemont, IL; Parsippany, NJ; Conshohocken, PA; Philadelphia, PA; New York, NY; or Wilkes-Barre, PA.

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