The Hanover Insurance Group

Senior Workers Comp Adjuster

The Hanover Insurance Group
Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex casualty claims, including negotiation, compliance with regulatory standards, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing advanced analytics to enhance claims-handling efficiency and mentor junior staff.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Claims Handling ExperienceState Adjuster LicenseNegotiation SkillsRegulatory ComplianceRisk-Transfer Identification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Independently manage moderate to complex, high-value casualty claims
  • Lead investigations, assess coverage, issue reservation of rights and coverage letters, and escalate issues as needed
  • Identify risk-transfer and subrogation opportunities
  • Resolve disputes, deescalate sensitive situations, and manage negotiation and litigation strategies
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and company standards
  • Maintain accurate claim records and prepare comprehensive reports
  • Execute jurisdictional compliance requirements and support others in understanding regulatory obligations
  • Set reserves, authorize payments, and make financial decisions within authority
  • Coordinate with legal, underwriting, vendors, agents, and other stakeholders
  • Lead cross-functional meetings and communicate complex information to diverse audiences
  • Use advanced tools and analytics to identify trends, correct inconsistencies, and improve claims-handling efficiency
  • Ensure proper data ingestion, labeling, and protection of personally identifiable information (PII)
  • Mentor junior claim handlers and support training and best-practice development
  • Represent the company in forums related to claims litigation

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, or a combination of education and equivalent experience
  • Typically requires 5–10 years of claims handling experience
  • Must possess or obtain and maintain appropriate state adjuster licenses and continuing education credits
  • Skilled in negotiating complex claims and developing strategies to influence outcomes
  • Sound judgment and decision-making on high-exposure cases, including litigation and compliance matters
  • Clear and effective verbal and written communication
  • Empathy toward all stakeholders
  • Highly organized with strong time management and desk management skills
  • In-depth understanding of the regulatory environment and jurisdictional requirements
  • Ability to manage escalated claims and sensitive customer concerns professionally
  • Ability to use a personal computer and standard office equipment
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods
  • Required to work on-site as needed
  • Ability to travel as necessary
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, or stressful environment
  • Ability to perform work in a noisy/loud work environment
  • May be required to have and maintain sufficient home-based internet connection

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Remote work arrangement
  • Full-time exempt position
  • Continuing education credits associated with maintaining adjuster licensing

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Hard Skills
Claims ManagementCoverage AssessmentFinancial Decision-MakingData AnalysisReport PreparationLitigation StrategyReservation of RightsSubrogation OpportunitiesJurisdictional ComplianceTrend Identification
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationEmpathyTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsConflict Resolution
Tools & Technologies
Advanced Analytics ToolsPersonal ComputerStandard Office Equipment
Certifications & Qualifications
State Adjuster LicenseContinuing Education Credits
Industry Keywords
Casualty ClaimsRegulatory EnvironmentClaims LitigationHigh-Value ClaimsCross-Functional Coordination