Claims Technician

JR United Kingdom; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global claims management company is seeking a Claims Technician to join their Construction & Engineering team in a hybrid role. You will support Adjusters by managing claims from start to finish, ensuring compliance with company policies and delivering excellent customer service. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package aimed at developing your career in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance (Death in Service) Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Pension Scheme

25 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial support for relevant qualifications

Qualifications

• Demonstrable claims technician experience, including caseload management.
• Keen interest in construction-related insurance matters.
• Organized, methodical, accurate, and analytical approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Administration of new claims, including setup and risk screening.
• Assist Adjusters with investigation and claims management.
• Control the lifecycle of files and manage claims effectively.

Skills

Claims Handling

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Organizational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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*Claims Handling is essential for this role*

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Claims Technician to join a Global Claims Management company on their Construction & Engineering team.

Location: London, Hybrid Working (2 days a week in London City office)

The opportunity:

You will be an active member of the Construction & Engineering team, with the overall objective of providing effective support to Adjusters and other claims technicians in the team, aiding productivity in the handling of Construction & Engineering claims.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Administration of new claims including receiving instruction, issuing acknowledgments, setting up files and undertaking of risk screening and triaging.
• Working closely with Adjusters to assist with investigation, claims management and validation enquiries.
• Controlling the lifecycle of the files to drive diary management and support the proactive management of claims from setting up to conclusion.
• Assisting in the overseeing Adjuster caseloads when necessary, during periods of leave.
• Liaising as required with the insured, insurers, brokers and any other stakeholders to ensure optimum customer service, becoming a secondary point of contact where needed for interested parties.
• Aiding the production of technical reports for Adjusters in compliance with professional standards and internal guidelines and in accordance with agreed timescales
• Aiding in the preparation of co-insurers apportionment spreadsheets.
• Ensuring time reporting and billing is compliant with internal standards processing and systems.
• Developing and running management information for clients as well as for internal use, including performance measurement and data integrity reports.
• Ensuring company standards are met in relation to all technical and operational policies and procedures, including data protection and information security.
• Account management support where required.
• Assisting with incoming telephone calls / resolve queries.
• Invoicing.
• Other ad hoc work as required.

About you - Knowledge and Experience:

• Demonstrable claims technician experience, including caseload management from cradle to grave.
• A keen interest in construction related insurance matters and a willingness to learn and develop.
• An organised and methodical, accurate and analytical approach to work, with a considerable pride in the quality of output.
• Able to self-manage workload, whilst remaining a team player.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and conflicting demands.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment and remain driven to meet targets.
• Flexible with regard to occasional travel requirements.

Benefits of the role include:

• Life Assurance (Death in Service) Scheme
• Company Private Healthcare Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• 25 days holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial support with relevant qualifications after probation period complete.

If you're ready to advance your career and become a valued member of a dynamic team, we’d love to hear from you – apply now!