Claims Adjuster – General and Product Liability

Sedgwick

. Analyze mid- and higher-level general and product liability claims to determine benefits due .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNaperville • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,795 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing and managing general and product liability claims, ensuring compliance with industry standards while effectively negotiating settlements and communicating with stakeholders. Possesses strong problem-solving abilities and jurisdiction knowledge across multiple states.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Claims Management ExperienceNegotiation SkillsSubrogation IdentificationJurisdiction KnowledgeProfessional Certification

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Hard Skills

Claims AnalysisClaims ProcessingSettlement NegotiationInformation GatheringAdjudication StandardsAction Plan DevelopmentComputer Keyboarding

Soft Skills

Clear ThinkingExcellent JudgmentProblem-SolvingDiscretionAbility to Handle Stress

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional CertificationHome State LicensingNew York Licensing

Industry Keywords

General Liability ClaimsProduct Liability ClaimsSubrogation OpportunitiesClaims AdjudicationExcess Carriers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze mid- and higher-level general and product liability claims to determine benefits due
Ensure ongoing adjudication of claims within company standards and industry best practices
Identify subrogation opportunities and negotiate settlements
Investigate claims and gather information to determine exposure
Process claims through action plans toward appropriate and timely resolution
Negotiate claim settlements within designated authority
Communicate claim activity and processing with claimants and clients
Report claims to excess carriers and respond professionally and timely to direction requests

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Professional certification as applicable to line of business preferred
4 years of claims management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Home state licensing required; New York licensing preferred
Jurisdiction knowledge covering all states
Clear and conceptual thinking ability
Excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion
Ability to handle work-related stress and multiple priorities simultaneously
Ability to meet deadlines
Computer keyboarding
Travel as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work schedule
Referral incentive program
Career development and promotional growth opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) and matching on day one
Paid time off (PTO)
Disability and life insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account or health savings account
Other additional voluntary benefits
Hybrid work schedule: 3 days at home and 2 days in the office