Full-Time

Property Mid Loss Adjuster

Updated on 8/1/2026

Deadline 6/30/27
Mercury Insurance

Mercury Insurance

1,001-5,000 employees

Auto and home insurance via agents

Compensation Overview

$83.7k - $161.8k/yr

+ Bonus potential + Incentive bonus programs + Holiday bonus + Referral bonus + Performance-based bonus + 401(k) company match

Los Angeles, CA, USA

In Person

Home-based field position requiring travel up to 50% of work time, including possible long-distance in-state travel.

Category
Finance & Banking (1)
Required Skills
Xactimate
Customer Service

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Four to eight years of equivalent industry experience is preferred.
  • A current driver's license and an acceptable personal driving history are required to be eligible for the position.
  • Ability to perform field inspections at least 50% of work time.
  • A good working knowledge of office and business computer applications is required.
  • Proficient mathematical skills are required to compute the cost of damage and repairs.
  • Ability to use advanced video technology to collaborate with onsite vendors and insureds, identify damage, and write a damage estimate from a virtual setting when needed.
  • Technical knowledge of and proficiency in property evaluation, estimation, and Xactimate are required.
  • A good working knowledge of construction nomenclature and procedures is required.
  • Written and verbal communication skills are required to interact effectively and professionally with internal and external customers, vendors, and other third parties.
  • Ability to adhere to established company policies and procedures within claims operations is required.
  • Critical attention to detail, organizational skills, and analytical ability are required to analyze, interpret, and evaluate relevant information.
Responsibilities
  • Investigate moderate to complex homeowners claims to confirm the facts, origin, and cause of loss.
  • Address and handle all claim exposures, including dwelling, other structures, contents, and loss of use.
  • Conduct scene inspections, recorded interviews with policyholders or other witnesses, and investigations using appropriate experts when needed.
  • Compare facts gathered during the investigation against the policy to determine claim coverage and extend or deny coverage as appropriate.
  • Inspect and determine the extent of damages, documenting findings with photographs, measurements, repair estimates, and thorough log notes.
  • Establish reserve amounts within prescribed settlement authority limits and negotiate claim settlements.
  • Recommend claims exceeding personal authority limits to a supervisor for approval.
  • Maintain claims on a regular diary to monitor unresolved issues and exposures.
  • Regularly monitor the progress and expense of ongoing claims.
  • Provide exceptional customer service throughout the claim-handling process through timely phone calls, emails, written communication, and adherence to Department of Insurance requirements.
  • Direct, monitor, and review files handled by independent adjusters through conclusion.
  • Assist in training property personnel.
Desired Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Four to eight years of equivalent industry experience.

Mercury Insurance provides auto, home, condo, renter, and business insurance through a network of local independent agents. It began in 1961 with a goal of fair, factor-based pricing that considers multiple factors rather than one rate for all drivers. The company also offers additional coverages like mechanical protection and operates across several states through its agent network. Mercury aims to help people reduce risk and handle unexpected events, backed by its large team, assets, and a trusted independent-agent model.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Brea, California

Founded

1962

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Mitigation partnerships can improve California homeowners affordability and insurability.
  • Cat-bond demand signals strong third-party appetite for Mercury-tail risk transfer.
  • Credit flexibility supports growth while preserving capital discipline under covenant limits.

What critics are saying

  • California wildfire severity remains Mercury’s dominant earnings and capital risk.
  • Credit-covenant pressure restricts dividends if losses raise leverage or reserve needs.
  • BurnBot’s unproven mitigation rollout risks disappointing loss-ratio improvement and wasted capital.

What makes Mercury Insurance unique

  • Wildfire-mitigation investment in BurnBot links underwriting to real-world fuel reduction.
  • A $150 million Luca Re cat bond expands wildfire and fire-following earthquake protection.
  • A new five-year, $250 million credit facility extends liquidity through June 24, 2031.

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Benefits

Paid Time Off

401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance

Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions

Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

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Mercury Insurance Partners With Iheartradio To Honor San Diego'S Community Heroes

"Through our partnership with the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, we're shining a spotlight on those who go the extra mile and have an outsized impact on their local communities." Post thisMercury has partnered with NICUA since 2024 to celebrate music, community and the unique spirit of San Diego. That commitment is on full display through the mural commissioned for the Mercury Sunset Deck and painted by nationally renowned muralist, Nigel Sussman. The artwork captures the city's essence, while incorporating references to nearly two dozen popular songs."Nigel has created a masterpiece and we're very excited to share it with concertgoers," said Thompson. "There are more than 20 musical references contained within the mural, and fans who are able to identify one or all of them and post their findings on Facebook or Instagram with #MercuryMusic, could be rewarded with tickets to a future show as part of our 'Surprise and Delight' campaign."Here's a closer look at Mercury's 2025 sponsorship of NICUA:1. Community Rockstars:Now in its second season, the Community Rockstars program — presented in partnership with iHeartRadio — honors local heroes, including educators, volunteers and philanthropic entrepreneurs. Last year, 10 exceptional individuals were recognized.Fans can nominate their Community Rockstars through the iHeartRadio website