Architects & Engineers (A&E) Claims Adjuster

Insurance Placement Solutions (IPS) has an immediate opening for an Architects & Engineers (A&E) Claims Adjuster with our client in a remote capacity. In this role, you’ll handle a caseload of complex, claims-made professional liability claims involving design professionals, managing files from inception through resolution. This position requires strong experience with litigated A&E claims and the ability to develop strategic approaches to coverage, liability, and settlement.

Architects & Engineers (A&E) Claims Adjuster Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of claims-made A&E professional liability claims from assignment through final resolution
• Conduct detailed investigations and evaluate coverage, liability, and damages
• Analyze policy language and communicate coverage positions to insureds and other stakeholders
• Establish and maintain appropriate expense and indemnity reserves
• Develop and execute claim resolution strategies, including negotiation and settlement
• Proactively manage litigation, including directing defense counsel, budgeting, and bill review
• Attend mediations, trials, and settlement conferences as needed
• Prepare comprehensive reports and present case updates to leadership
• Collaborate with underwriting and other internal teams on claim trends and risk management strategies
• Provide training, contract review support, and risk management guidance to internal and external partners
• Maintain excellent client service through consistent communication with insureds, brokers, and agents

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience handling litigated professional liability claims, specifically Architects & Engineers (A&E) or design professional liability
• Strong knowledge of coverage analysis, liability evaluation, and litigation management
• Experience managing defense counsel and complex litigation strategies
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a complex caseload independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) strongly preferred
• Experience with risk management contract reviews
• Background in professional liability or financial lines claims

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required

About Insurance Placement Solutions

Insurance Placement Solutions is a staffing and recruiting firm specializing in the insurance industry. Our clients rely on us to quickly fill direct hire, temporary, and temp-to-hire roles while maintaining operational continuity. We provide job seekers access to exclusive opportunities with top insurance organizations that are often not advertised publicly.