Paralegal / Claims Handler - Property and Casualty

Pertemps; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Property & Casualty Paralegal / Claims Handler to manage high-value property claims. The role involves overseeing a diverse caseload, ensuring high-quality service and collaborating with colleagues in a supportive environment. Competitive salary and excellent benefits including hybrid working, pension contributions, and health insurance offered.

Benefits

Personal pension with employer contribution

Income protection

Life assurance

Gym membership

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven claims handling experience with responsibility for managing a caseload.
• Strong understanding of legal procedures and Commercial awareness.
• Confident using Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Run a caseload of property insurance claims, including subrogated recoveries.
• Ensure timely, high-quality client service in line with SLAs.
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams for a seamless client experience.

Skills

Claims handling experience

Litigation experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Case management systems

Job description

Overview

Property & Casualty Paralegal / Claims Handler

Bristol | Full-time, Permanent, 35 hour week contract | Hybrid Working Available

Are you ready to take ownership of high-value property claims and thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment?

35 hour a week contract, Monday to Friday

£Competitive salary

We're looking for an experienced Paralegal / Claims Handler to join our growing Property & Casualty team in Bristol. You'll be part of a vibrant insurance group working on a broad range of complex property damage matters - from fire and flood to construction and subsidence - for major UK insurers and insureds.

What You'll Be Doing

In this exciting and varied role, you'll take the lead on a portfolio of subrogated property recovery claims, managing them from first instruction through to litigation when necessary. You'll have autonomy over your caseload and the opportunity to make a real impact, with claims ranging from £10,000 to several million pounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Run a caseload of property insurance claims, including subrogated recoveries
• Manage claims through pre-action stages and, where necessary, issue proceedings
• Ensure timely, high-quality client service in line with SLAs and internal best practice
• Maintain accurate management information and documentation
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams and offices to support a seamless client experience
• Contribute to business development and team initiatives where appropriate

What We're Looking For

• Proven claims handling experience with responsibility for managing a caseload is very desirable
• Litigation experience and a sound working knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR)
• Experience in the insurance sector is a plus, but not essential
• Strong understanding of legal procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commercial awareness with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Strong attention to detail and effective organisational skills
• Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems
• A collaborative, inclusive mindset and willingness to be part of a supportive team

Why Join?

You'll be part of a culture that values flexibility, trust, and belonging. Our client supports hybrid working and are committed to helping our people succeed - both professionally and personally. You'll work with experienced professionals who are invested in your development, and you'll have access to complex, stimulating work that challenges and inspires.

The firm offer flexibility in terms of hybrid working, where you will be required to work from the office two days a week, with the rest working remotely.

Excellent benefits, including, personal pension with employer contribution of 5.5%, income protection, life assurance, holiday flex, length of service leave, cycling scheme, tech scheme, travel insurance, discounts, private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym membership, health screening and more!

Interested?

Apply now to join a firm where you can truly thrive and grow your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.