Claims Adjuster, Professional Liability

Applied Underwriters • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

Embark on a rewarding career journey at Applied Underwriters, where employees have been at the heart of our success story for more than 30 years. Headquartered in Omaha, NE, our company thrives on innovation and empowers our employees to shape the future of global risk services. Join a team where your ideas are valued and your talents are nurtured with formal, paid training and mentorship. Experience a workplace culture that celebrates initiative, recognizes results, and provides outstanding benefits that allow you to focus on achieving your full potential.
The Professional Liability Claims Adjuster role is an excellent opportunity for a law school graduate to apply their legal training in the insurance industry.
In this entry-level claim adjuster position, you will investigate and resolve Errors & Omissions (E&O) professional liability claims for architects, engineers, attorneys, healthcare providers, and other licensed professionals. Responsibilities include coverage analysis, liability evaluation, damages assessment, and settlement negotiation while managing a diverse and complex claim portfolio.
The position includes structured training and ongoing support to develop strong claims-handling and analytical skills. Successful candidates bring attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to interpret contracts, policy language, and professional standards of care.
This role is ideal for candidates who enjoy analyzing complex legal issues and developing practical, risk-balanced solutions that protect the company and its policyholders.

Requirements

• Juris doctorate from an accredited institution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and able to quickly learn claims management and case tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• coverage analysis
• liability evaluation
• damages assessment
• settlement negotiation
• managing a diverse and complex claim portfolio

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401(k) plan with 100% immediate vesting and a 4% company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• On-site pharmacy, Promesa, provides convenient prescription delivery directly to you
• Life, disability, critical illness and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for health, dependent care, and commuter-related expenses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fitness reimbursement and various additional quality-of-life benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees