Property Recovery Claims Specialist — Hybrid & Growth

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG); Tamworth; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits programs to support wellbeing

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Gallagher Bassett is seeking a Property Recovery Claims Handler in the UK to manage a caseload of property recovery claims arising from insured perils. You will open claims, assess liability, pursue recovery opportunities and progress cases through to settlement or litigation where required.

Working within Strata Solicitors as part of our in-house team, you’ll collaborate with legal and insurance professionals, maintain records, and ensure compliance with client SLAs and KPIs while delivering

Qualifications

• Experience in property recovery handling within a legal claims management environment.
• Experience dealing with property losses arising from fire, flood, subsidence, or other insured perils.
• Demonstrable self-motivation and initiative.
• The ability to work independently within a defined structure and collaborate effectively with peers and managers.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of property recovery claims arising from property damage losses, including fire, flood, subsidence, impact, storm and other insured events.
• Opening claims on the case management system and carrying out initial investigations and liability assessments.
• Reviewing evidence and pursuing recovery opportunities against responsible third parties and their insurers.
• Sending Letters of Claim and negotiating settlements through telephone discussions and written correspondence.
• Issuing court proceedings when required and managing litigated claims through to conclusion.
• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, client service level agreements and key performance indicators.
• Maintaining accurate and complete records on the case management system.
• Supporting colleagues to achieve client and operational objectives.
• Delegating and supervising appropriate tasks to Claims Administration Assistants.
• Ensuring compliance with financial procedures and Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Maximising recovery outcomes while delivering excellent client service.

Skills

Property recovery

Property losses

Self-motivation

Independent work

Communication skills

UK work eligibility

Education

Law degree or Insurance Qualification

Job description

Gallagher Bassett is seeking a Property Recovery Claims Handler in the UK to manage a caseload of property recovery claims arising from insured perils. You will open claims, assess liability, pursue recovery opportunities and progress cases through to settlement or litigation where required.

Working within Strata Solicitors as part of our in-house team, you’ll collaborate with legal and insurance professionals, maintain records, and ensure compliance with client SLAs and KPIs while delivering