Claims Manager - Life Insurance

JR United Kingdom; Bradford; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance and financial services provider is seeking an experienced Claims Manager to manage underwritten protection claims remotely. With responsibilities including assessing complex claims and collaborating across teams, this role offers a competitive daily rate through a fully remote 6-month contract. Candidates should possess 3-5 years in life insurance claims with proven authority in the field.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in life insurance claims preferred.
• Proven claims authority is required.
• Strong understanding of income protection, life, and/or critical illness claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage life insurance and protection claims end-to-end.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to gather information.
• Handle appeals and contribute to customer-centric processes.

Skills

Claims Management

Communication

Numeracy

IT Proficiency

Tools

Workflow Systems

Image Management Systems

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26.06.2025

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Job Description:

A leading insurance and financial services provider is looking for an experienced Claims Manager to assess and manage underwritten protection claims. This is a fully remote, 6-month contract role offering a competitive daily rate and the opportunity to work within a forward-thinking, customer-focused team.

As a Claims Manager, you'll handle complex medical and financial claims with autonomy, contributing to an efficient and fair claims experience for policyholders. The role involves cross-functional collaboration and a chance to shape continuous improvement in claims processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage life insurance and protection claims end-to-end within authority limits.
• Assess claims in line with policy terms and the organisation's claims philosophy.
• Liaise with doctors, clients, service providers, and intermediaries to gather information and explain decisions.
• Handle appeals, complaints, and contribute to a customer-centric claims process.
• Collaborate with underwriting, actuarial, and client services teams to drive best practices.

About You

• 3–5 years' experience in life insurance claims, particularly with underwritten protection products.
• Proven claims authority (ability to assess claims using medical reports and documentation).
• Strong understanding of income protection, life, and/or critical illness claims.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with sound numeracy and IT proficiency.
• Experience using workflow and image management systems.

If you're a skilled Claims Manager – Life Insurance ready for your next challenge, apply now to join a fast-paced and supportive remote team.