Casualty Claims Handler

Lawes Consulting Group Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Private healthcare

Glasgow office

Job summary

Lawes Consulting Group Ltd in Glasgow is seeking a Claims Handler with knowledge of Casualty Claims to manage a portfolio of up to 300 claims, including Employer’s Liability, Public Liability and Product Liability. Property claims experience will also be considered.

You will work with policyholders, brokers, loss adjusters and panel solicitors, with excellent training to set you up for success from day one.

Qualifications

• Experience in claims handling, preferably casualty (EL/PL) or property.
• Strong analytical ability to evaluate liability and quantum.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with brokers and policyholders.

Responsibilities

• Assess simple and complex claims, evaluating liability and quantum.
• Identify complaints and customer dissatisfaction, escalate as needed.
• Negotiate settlements while maintaining high levels of customer care.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure thorough investigation following guidelines.
• Attend review meetings with brokers, solicitors, and external parties.

Skills

Casualty claims handling

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Customer-focused

Organisational skills

Collaborative

Job description

Are you a Claims Handler with knowledge or experience in Casualty Claims, passionate about making a real difference to customers within a global, creative, and award-winning organisation? Property claims experience will also be considered.

The Role

You will manage a portfolio of up to 300 casualty claims, including Employer’s Liability, Public Liability and Product Liability claims.

You will work with a range of stakeholders — including policyholders, brokers, loss adjusters and panel solicitors. Excellent training to set you up for success from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately assess a range of simple and complex claims, evaluating liability and quantum and considering all relevant factors, including special investigation and recovery.
• Identify complaints and customer expressions of dissatisfaction, handling issues effectively or escalating to the appropriate level of management.
• Negotiate claim settlements to a successful conclusion, delivering high levels of customer care and maintaining a professional claims service at all times.
• Engage with key stakeholders and clients to ensure a fair and robust investigation of each claim case, following specific handling guidelines and best practice frameworks.
• Attend and contribute to periodic review meetings with brokers, solicitors, and other external parties as required.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in claims handling, ideally within a Casualty discipline (Employer’s Liability, Product Liability, or property).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate liability and quantum across a varied caseload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence liaising with brokers, solicitors, and policyholders.
• A customer-focused mindset with a commitment to fair outcomes and professional service standards.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage a high-volume portfolio effectively.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and a willingness to engage with continuous learning and development.

What's on Offer

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your professional development.
• Excellent employee benefits package including pension, private healthcare, and more.
• The opportunity to work within a globally respected, market-leading organisation.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment based in their Glasgow office.
• Clear pathways for career progression within a dynamic claims function.