Property Adjuster Large Loss

Overview

Join an amazing team that is consistently recognized for our achievements and culture, including our most recent Forbes award of being one of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2026!

Mercury Insurance’s Property Large Loss Adjusters are trusted experts who show up for policyholders during some of the most challenging moments of their lives — bringing deep expertise, empathy, and decisive action to complex property claims.  In this senior-level remote and field-based role you will operate with a high degree of independence to investigate, evaluate, and resolve sophisticated homeowner and potentially commercial property claims, making a meaningful impact on both the customer experience and the integrity of Mercury’s claims operation. If you are a seasoned property claims professional who thrives on complexity, values autonomy, and is energized by the opportunity to lead from the field, this is the role for you. 

As a Property Large Loss Adjuster, typical losses are in excess of $250,000, and you will travel to our customer’s homes or commercial properties to conduct onsite inspections. This role requires advanced property claims coverage knowledge, claims investigations, scope and estimate development, vendor coordination, reserve management, and negotiation skills to settle claims promptly and efficiently to ensure our customers receive the highest level of support and resolution. 

Our Property Large Loss Adjusters also uses virtual inspection and collaboration technology and software such as Xactimate, ClaimX Video collaboration and other tools when appropriate. Our large loss property adjuster may also provide technical guidance, file direction, or support to less experienced team members. 

Team members are expected to embrace technology to enhance performance, adapt to changing environments, and approach challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Geo-Salary Information

An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process

State specific pay scales for this role are as follows:

$94,458 to $179,048 (NJ, NY, WA, HI, AK, MD, CT, RI, MA)

$85,871 to $162,771 (NV, OR, AZ, CO, WY, TX, ND, MN, MO, IL, WI, FL, GA, MI, OH, VA, PA, DE, VT, NH, ME)

$77,283 to $146,494 (UT, ID, MT, NM, SD, NE, KS, OK, IA, AR, LA, MS, AL, TN, KY, IN, SC, NC, WV)

In CA: Typical hiring range is $123,077.70 to $150,428.30 

The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on a number of factors, including relevant experience, skills and location.

Responsibilities

Customer Service and Collaboration 

• Deliver clear, empathetic, timely, professional service and communications with customers, vendors and all parties involved during complex and often stressful loss situations. 

• Communicate clearly and proactively regarding coverage, claim status, next steps, required documentation, and settlement decisions. 

• Partner effectively with internal stakeholders such as leadership, SIU, subrogation, legal, vendors, and catastrophe or shared services partners as needed to resolve complex files. 

• Comfort with in person, video, phone, chat, email, etc. that match customer communication preferences.  

• Support knowledge sharing, mentorship, and technical development of less experienced property claims team members as requested. 

Claim Investigation and Coverage Analysis 

• Investigate high-severity and high-complexity property claims to confirm facts, origin and cause of loss, damages, and all applicable exposures. 

• Evaluate and address all relevant claim components, which may include Dwelling, Other Structures, Contents, Loss of Use, and, when assigned, additional property-related exposures. 

• Compare investigative findings against policy language, endorsements, exclusions, conditions, and applicable legal or regulatory requirements to determine coverage. 

• Identify, evaluate, and appropriately escalate issues involving representation, litigation, appraisal, fraud indicators, subrogation potential, code upgrade, and other complex claim considerations. 

Field Inspection, Estimating, and File Management 

• Conduct on-site inspections of damaged properties, which may include roofs, attics, crawl spaces, and other loss locations, to assess scope, severity, and repair considerations. 

• Document losses thoroughly through photographs, measurements, diagrams, detailed estimates, file notes, and supporting claim documentation. 

• Prepare, review, and revise repair estimates using Xactimate and other applicable estimating or claim tools. 

• Use virtual inspection and video collaboration technology, when appropriate, to evaluate damage, support claim progression, and coordinate with customers, contractors, experts, and vendors. 

• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete claim file documentation throughout the life of the claim. 

• Manage claim diaries, monitor open issues and exposures, and take prompt action to move files toward fair and timely resolution. 

Negotiation, Settlement, and Financial Stewardship 

• Establish, document, and adjust reserves within assigned authority and recommend changes requiring higher approval. 

• Negotiate scope, pricing, and settlement of claims with policyholders, contractors, public adjusters, attorneys, experts, and other involved parties, consistent with company standards and applicable regulations. 

• Make sound claim decisions that balance customer experience, policy obligations, regulatory compliance, and loss cost management. 

• Monitor claim expense, repair progression, and vendor activity to support quality outcomes and avoid unnecessary cost. 

Qualifications

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant related experience. 

Experience 

Minimum: 

• 7 or more years of successful property claims handling experience investigating, estimating, negotiating, and resolving high-severity property claims. 

• Prior field adjusting experience involving on-site inspections and detailed estimate writing. 

• Experience handling losses involving multiple trades, substantial structural damage, ALE, contents, represented files, appraisal, litigation, subrogation or salvage considerations. 

• Experience coordinating and interpreting expert reports, including structural engineering plans, architectural drawings, and other technical claim documentation. 

• Experience working directly for an insurance carrier, independent adjusting firm, or similar property claims organization in a large-loss capacity. 

• Prior commercial claims handling preferred but not required.  

Licensing and Certifications 

Minimum: 

• As a condition of employment hold and maintain required state adjuster licensing as applicable. 

• Hold and maintain all required continuing education and adjuster licensing compliance. 

• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record that meets Company standards. 

Preferred: 

• Industry designations or certifications such as AIC, CPCU, SCLA, IICRC, or similar credentials relevant to property claims, estimating, or restoration. 

• Level 2 or Above Xactimate Certification 

Skills and Abilities 

Minimum: 

• Advanced knowledge of property claim investigation, coverage analysis, estimating, negotiation, and settlement practices. 

• Strong working knowledge of residential construction methods, repair sequencing, building materials, and applicable estimating standards. 

• Strong technical proficiency with Xactimate and related claims or estimating systems. 

• Ability to independently evaluate high-value, high-exposure claims and make sound decisions within authority. 

• Strong written, verbal, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills to provide exceptional customer service. 

• Experience in identifying and referring potentially fraudulent claims to SIU for further investigation 

• Strong analytical ability, sound judgment, attention to detail, and organizational skills. 

• Ability to travel regularly for field inspections and claim-related meetings. 

• Ability to use video, mobile, and other digital tools to support virtual claim handling and collaboration. 

• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and professionalism. 

Preferred: 

• Demonstrated ability to mentor others, provide technical guidance, and contribute to continuous improvement. 

• Experience coordinating with experts, engineers, contractors, public adjusters, attorneys, and independent adjusters on complex claims. 

• Experience handling Catastrophe related property losses or surge volumes. 

Physical Requirements 

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those normally associated with this position. 

• Must be able to operate a computer, laptop, mobile phone, and other Company issued devices for extended periods. 

• Must be able to communicate electronically, telephonically, and in person with customers, team members, and external partners. 

• Must be able to drive to inspection locations and travel as business needs require. 

• Must be able to inspect residential properties in a field environment, which may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, navigating uneven terrain, entering confined spaces, and accessing roofs or elevated surfaces when necessary and consistent with safety expectations. 

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment and materials reasonably associated with field inspections. 

• The Company will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified team members with a disability unless doing so would result in undue hardship. 

About the Company

Why choose a career at Mercury?

At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years. We are one team with a common goal to help others. Everyone needs insurance and we can’t imagine a world without it.

Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen. We embrace the strengths and values of each team member. We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life.

We care about our people, and we mean it. We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals.

Learn more about us here: https://www.mercuryinsurance.com/about/careers

Perks and Benefits

We offer many great benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
• Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Engaging work environment
• Promotional opportunities
• Education assistance
• Professional and personal development opportunities
• Company recognition program
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more

Mercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $94,458.00 - USD $179,048.00 /Yr.

Compensation: 94458 to 179048 (USD)