Workers Compensation Claims Specialist

  • LHH
  • San Francisco, California
  • Full Time

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

Apply Today

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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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"

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

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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Job ID: 523144998
Originally Posted on: 6/1/2026

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