Senior Claim Adjuster - Construction Defect (Legal Claims)

Our Story

Imagine being part of a team that’s not just shaping the future but actively driving it. At Davies North America, we’re at the forefront of innovation and excellence, blending cutting-edge technology with top-tier professional services. As a vital part of the global Davies Group, we help businesses navigate risk, optimize operations, and spearhead transformation in the insurance and regulated sectors.

What’s in Store 

We're on the lookout for a Senior Claim Adjuster - Construction Defect (Legal Claims). In this role you will investigate and evaluate complex construction defect claims. Responsible for the investigation of coverage, liability and damages, negotiating with contractors, public adjusters and attorneys, through the life of the claim, maintain a pending and closing ratio of 100%, be responsible for the establishment and maintenance of reserves and payments, presenting large loss report and communicate with their manager as well as internal and external customers.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Negotiate and settle large complex construction defect and general liability claims 
• Prepare written status and large loss reports for clients
• Ability to interpret routine and complex policy contracts and coverage.
• Ability to plan, organize and establish priorities to maintain various responsibilities under critical deadlines
• Attend mediations and settlement conferences as necessary
• Direct and monitor defense counsel to settle litigated claims
• Provide monetary authority and strategy to counsel to ensure client’s money and claims are protected
• Knowledge of current case law, statutory law, DOI regulations, etc. that apply to claims practices and issues within the territory of operation
• The ability to determine, evaluate, investigate and resolve claims
• Demonstrate sound analytical skills
• Other duties as assigned

This role is a full-time remote position.

Your Expertise, Skills, and Abilities

• 5-7 years of experience handling complex construction defect and general liability claims
• Prior work with OCIP and CCIP a plus
• Juris Doctor or Bar membership desirable
• Adjuster’s License Required
• Willingness to obtain additional licenses.
• Coverage analysis, risk transfer assessment, litigation and vendor management
• Proactive, independent, dependable, and takes initiative with consistent follow through
• Superb written and verbal communication skills conducted in a timely manner with diverse audiences
• Superior time management skills with capability of working with and meeting deadlines
• Exceptional capability to multi-task and prioritize with excellent organization and documentation skills in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• High level attention to detail with ability to utilize decision making and problem-solving skills
• Capable of working collaboratively and independently …