Workers Compensation Claims Specialist

LHH is working with a leading organization is seeking a Senior-level Workers’ Compensation Claims Specialist to manage a high-volume California desk with a strong focus on litigated claims. This is a fully remote, direct hire opportunity for an experienced adjuster who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can independently drive claims to resolution.

This is not a training role—success requires strong technical expertise, accountability, and consistent execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end California workers’ compensation claims, including litigated files

• Develop and execute Plans of Action (POAs) to proactively move claims forward

• Handle a high-volume caseload, completing 5–8 POAs daily

• Evaluate exposure and set/adjust reserves based on claim developments

• Partner with and direct defense counsel on litigation strategy

• Drive case progression through hearings, conferences, and escalations

• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation

• Effectively prioritize across medical, legal, and administrative workflows

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of California workers’ compensation claims experience

• Strong litigation handling experience (beyond basic exposure)

• Proven ability to manage a full desk independently

• Demonstrated success working remotely with minimal supervision

• Strong understanding of:

  • Claims lifecycle management

  • Reserve setting and exposure analysis

  • Litigation strategy and discovery

What We’re Looking For

• Execution-driven adjusters who follow through—not just document

• Proactive, diary-driven approach to claims management

• Strong ownership mentality and accountability

• Excellent time management and prioritization skills

• Ability to communicate effectively in a remote environment

• Comfortable escalating issues early and managing competing priorities

Preferred Background

• Experience in high-volume or large TPA environments

• Track record of stable tenure and consistent performance

• Experience managing complex, litigated claims independently

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $80,000 – $100,000

• Bonus: Performance-based (~4%)

• Work Arrangement: Fully Remote

• Employment Type: Direct Hire

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If you’re a senior-level CA claims adjuster who brings both technical depth and strong execution, we’d love to connect. Posting Managed by Nadina Jackson

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Pay Details: $79,999.00 to $99,999.00 per year

Search managed by: Nadina Jackson

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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