Claims Assistant

Medical Protection Society; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Claims Assistant to join their Claims Handling team. This exciting role offers the chance to support claims processes while ensuring an excellent member-first service. Ideal for those looking to start or advance their career in clinical negligence, this position provides ample opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and supportive environment. With a hybrid working model, you will enjoy flexibility while contributing to a vital service that protects healthcare professionals. Join a not-for-profit organization dedicated to safeguarding the interests of its members and making a real impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Up to 10% discretionary annual bonus

11% pension contribution

25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays

Private Medical Cover

Healthcare cash plan

6x salary death in service

Paid volunteering day

Personal GP service

Employee Assistance Programme

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Strong communication and empathy skills are essential for this role.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills are crucial.
• Proactive individuals who can manage multiple tasks will excel.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with members and solicitors to gather necessary information.
• Draft and send legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage case files and prioritize tasks effectively.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proactive work ethic

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows software

Job description

Alongside a competitive salary, you will also receive:

• Up to 10% discretionary annual bonus
• 11% pension contribution (3% from you, 8% from us optional additional matched 3% contributions, e.g. 6% from you, 11% from us)
• 25 days annual leave plus flexible bank holidays (option to buy/sell 5 days)
• Private Medical Cover
• Healthcare cash plan
• 6x salary death in service
• Paid volunteering day
• A personal GP service enabling you to get a video consultation with an NHS-registered, private GP
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A range of shopping discounts from major high-street retailers

Job Introduction

MPS has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Claims Handling team, as a Claims Assistant, on a permanent basis!

This role will involve supporting the claims handling function to ensure that MPS provides an excellent member-first service. You will be joining a team of Claims Assistants to support file handlers with managing their caseloads, as well as managing your own by supporting our members through the preliminary stages of a claim.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to advance their career or take first steps into the interesting world of clinical negligence. With plenty of opportunities to progress, we’re looking for someone ready to develop their skills and make an impact in a busy and engaging environment!

This is a ‘hybrid working’ role and would require the successful applicant(s) to attend the office typically 1-2 days per week.

Main Responsibilities

• Liaise with members, claimant’s solicitors, and other third parties to obtain information at the outset of a new matter and through the lifetime of a case; ensuring all relevant documentation and information has been provided to enable investigations and next steps.
• Take telephone calls from members, claimants’ solicitors, and other third parties.
• Draft and send documents such as court documents, letters to members, claimant’s solicitors, panel representatives, and external 3rd parties.
• Triage incoming correspondence to proactively identify items that need immediate attention or a prioritised response (e.g. proceedings, other case types, etc.) and escalate these to the appropriate team member for action.
• Review records to ensure full disclosure and prepare chronologies of records, case summaries, case reviews in accordance with applicable process/guidance/terms and conditions.
• Other case management admin and ad hoc tasks as necessary.

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong communication skills with the ability to demonstrate empathy and convey information both clearly and effectively, in writing and when speaking with others.
• Able to work within a team, you are a valuable member who effectively contributes to the group’s success.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, being skilled at producing work to a high standard at a fast pace.
• Understand the importance of protecting sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.
• Able to manage difficult conversations and escalate the matter appropriately.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and maintain an organised system for case files and deadlines.
• Proactive and able to work individually with minimal supervision.
• Competent IT skills, including basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Windows software.
• Able to work well under pressure.

About The Company

Medical Protection Society (MPS) is the world’s leading protection organisation for Doctors, Dentists and healthcare professionals. We protect and support the professional interests of almost 300,000 Members around the world.

We are a not-for-profit organisation, meaning our Members’ premiums are kept safe should our Members require support for complaints or claims arising from professional practice, or invested into bettering the organisation, our colleagues and our products.

Our philosophy is to support safe practice in medicine and dentistry by helping to avert problems in the first place. We also actively campaign for regulatory and legal reforms that benefit Members and the wider healthcare professions.

To do this, we need exceptional colleagues who are trusted and supported to deliver their best work, so we can continue to provide the most trusted, valued and expert protection to members when they need us the most.