Large Loss Claims Handler

MPJ Recruitment Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Large Loss Claims Handler in Newcastle. The role involves managing complex personal injury claims and liaising with reinsurers. Candidates should have extensive experience in motor insurance claims handling and a strong understanding of litigation processes. This position offers a hybrid working model and comprehensive benefits including 25 days holiday, annual bonus, and a pension contribution.

Benefits

25 days holidays

Free hot drinks

Hybrid working

Annual bonus

Up to 7% company pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 remote GP service

Discounts on services and products

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in motor insurance claims handling.
• Proven success with personal injury claims valued between £500k-£1m.
• Strong understanding of relevant legal frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Leading complex investigations in personal injury claims.
• Building relationships with reinsurers and managing claims.
• Driving strategic outcomes to resolve claims efficiently.
• Managing a caseload and meeting service agreements.
• Negotiating settlements with third parties.

Skills

Motor insurance claims handling experience

Success managing personal injury claims

Understanding of litigation and Civil Procedure Rules

Commercial awareness

Job description

Large Loss Claims Handler

Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with hybrid working in Newcastle. The salary is £55,000 - £67,000 DOE.

MPJ Recruitment is working with a global organisation that employs over 10,000 staff, providing services to over 150 countries. This is an exciting time to join due to expansion plans across their Newcastle site, with opportunities for growth and progression.

Responsibilities:

• Leading Complex Investigations: Taking ownership of intricate personal injury claims, applying expertise to assess liability, quantum, and indemnity with precision and care.
• Building Reinsurer Relationships: Managing reinsurer-reportable claims, supporting audits, and contributing to presentations that showcase expertise.
• Driving Strategic Outcomes: Resolving claims efficiently, balancing cost, speed, and fairness using commercial insight and tactical thinking.
• Owning Your Portfolio: Proactively managing caseload, staying ahead of deadlines and service level agreements while maintaining control of each claim's lifecycle.
• Negotiating with Confidence: Engaging with third parties to secure fair and cost-effective settlements, protecting customer interests and business outcomes.

Requirements:

• Extensive motor insurance claims handling experience
• Proven success managing personal injury claims valued between £500k-£1m
• Strong understanding of litigation, Civil Procedure Rules, and rehabilitation codes
• Commercial awareness and sound decision-making skills

Benefits:

• 25 days holidays (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Hybrid working
• Annual bonus
• Up to 7% company pension contribution
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
• Discounts on services and products