Knight Insurance Group provides capital, underwriting capacity, and specialized insurance infrastructure for niche property and casualty programs. The company works with General Agents and Program Administrators to distribute admitted and non-admitted products through its carrier and reinsurance operations, serving business partners rather than individual retail customers. Its offerings also include rent-a-captive structures and captive management through a segregated portfolio company. As part of the Hankey Group, Knight operates across insurance and reinsurance with a focus on program-based distribution and specialized P&C coverage.
Bodily Injury Claims Adjuster - California Hybrid
Handle California personal auto bodily injury claims from liability investigation through settlement or litigation. The role covers file management, negotiation, reserves, legal coordination, and claim resolution.
United States
California$60,000 – $75,000 / year
HybridFull-timeJuniorNo degree requiredEnglish RequiredClaims SpecialistDescription
- Manage an assigned caseload of personal auto bodily injury claims
- Investigate liability, causation, and damage evaluations
- Assess medical records and related injury evidence
- Set and update claim reserves appropriately
- Negotiate settlements with claimants and their attorneys
- Evaluate liability and comparative negligence under California law
- Prepare Large Loss Reports for high-exposure claims
- Receive, review, and summarize lawsuits
- Arrange defense counsel retention when required
- Manage and track claims in litigation
- Participate in mediations when needed
- Pursue subrogation opportunities and make appropriate SIU referrals
- Keep claim files accurate and compliant with regulatory requirements
- Manage claims through investigation, settlement, or final resolution
Requirements
- At least 1–3 years of personal auto claims experience
- Experience handling bodily injury claims is preferred
- Property Damage adjusters pursuing advancement into bodily injury claims are encouraged to apply
- California claims handling experience is preferred
- Strong investigative, negotiation, and documentation abilities
- Ability to manage a claim inventory independently
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office and claims management systems
- Spanish bilingual skills are a plus
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
- Long-term disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Retirement benefits including an employer match, 401(k), and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Metrolink reimbursement for onsite California employees
- Opportunities for career progression
- Onsite gym with group yoga and Pilates classes for onsite California employees
- UKG Wallet access to pay before payday
- Tickets at Work discounts on parks, museums, movie tickets, and more
- AT&T wireless discounts
- Midway Rent a Car rental discounts
- Dell Member Purchase Program