Role Description
The Commercial Auto Excess Casualty Adjuster (with the attorney background) plays a critical role in managing high-severity commercial auto liability claims that may exceed primary policy limits. At Reserv, this specialist leverages cutting-edge automation, structured data, and modern claims systems to drive optimal outcomes while focusing on the most complex, high-impact aspects of claim handling. The role requires deep technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate within a fast-moving, technology-driven environment.
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Investigate, evaluate, and resolve complex commercial auto liability claims involving excess layers of coverage, catastrophic injuries, multi-vehicle accidents, and high-exposure scenarios.
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Conduct advanced coverage analysis, including policy interpretation, endorsements, exclusions, and multi-jurisdictional considerations.
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Issue coverage position letters, including reservations of rights and denials, in alignment with regulatory and internal standards.
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Oversee litigation, partnering with defense counsel to evaluate strategy, monitor case progression, and ensure cost-effective, data-driven decision-making.
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Leverage Reserv's AI-powered tools to review claim summaries, severity predictions, and structured data insights to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
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Evaluate primary carrier handling and determine when excess involvement is triggered, ensuring timely and appropriate intervention.
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Collaborate with MGAs, carriers, brokers, and internal teams, providing clear communication and maintaining Reserv's high-touch, white-glove service standards.
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Document all claim activity within Reserv's modern claims platform, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with internal and external requirements.
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Participate in audits, trend analysis, and feedback loops to support continuous improvement and inform underwriting insights.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
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10+ years of commercial auto liability or casualty claims experience, preferably with excess or high-severity files.
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J.D. from an accredited law school and an active license in good standing in at least one U.S. state is needed.
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Strong knowledge of coverage analysis, litigation management, and complex liability evaluation.
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Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable insights.
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Comfort working in a technology-driven environment with modern systems and data-rich workflows.
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Active insurance adjuster's license by way of a designated home state; home state license required if home state license is available.
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Willing to obtain all licenses within 60 days, including completing state required testing.
Requirements
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AIC, CPCU, SCLA, or similar designations.
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Experience with MGAs, TPAs, or non-admitted/excess & surplus lines.
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Familiarity with AI-enhanced claims tools or modern claims platforms (a strong plus at Reserv).
Benefits
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Generous health-insurance package with nationwide coverage, vision, & dental.
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401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
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Competitive PTO policy β we want our employees fresh, healthy, happy, and energized!
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Generous family leave policy after 8 months of continuous work.
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Work from anywhere to facilitate your work-life balance.
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Apple laptop, large second monitor, and other quality-of-life equipment you may want.
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Listen to your feedback to enhance and improve upon the long-standing challenges of an adjuster and the claims role.
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Work toward reducing and eliminating all the administrative work from an adjuster role.
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Foster a culture of empathy, transparency, and empowerment in a remote-first environment.