Casualty Claims Handler

Lawes Consulting Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Private healthcare

Job summary

Lawes Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Claims Handler to manage a portfolio of casualty claims, including Employers’ Liability, Public Liability and Product Liability. Property claims experience will also be considered.

You will work with policyholders, brokers, loss adjusters and panel solicitors from our Glasgow office. The role offers comprehensive induction and ongoing training within a globally recognised organisation, with a supportive team and clear pathways for career

Qualifications

• Experience in claims handling, ideally within Casualty (EL/PL) or property.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate liability and quantum across a varied caseload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with brokers, solicitors and policyholders.
• Customer-focused mindset with commitment to fair outcomes and professional service standards.
• Good organisational skills with ability to manage a high-volume portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assess a range of simple and complex claims, evaluating liability and quantum.
• Identify complaints and customer expressions of dissatisfaction, escalating as needed.
• Negotiate claim settlements to a successful conclusion, delivering high levels of customer care.
• Engage with stakeholders to ensure a fair and robust investigation following guidelines.
• Attend and contribute to periodic review meetings with brokers, solicitors and external parties.

Skills

Claims handling

Analytical skills

Communication

Customer-focused

Organisational skills

Team player

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.