Subsidence Building Technician

Adjusting Appointments Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading claims management company in the UK is seeking an experienced Claims Technician to join their Subsidence Team. The role involves providing technical claims solutions, managing third-party contractors, and settling claims. Candidates should have 5+ years of relevant experience or be a graduate building surveyor. The position offers a salary of up to £30,000 per annum with excellent benefits including holidays and a company bonus scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Company bonus scheme

Training and career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of subsidence/buildings insurance claims experience or extensive trade experience required.
• Computer literate with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with customers and contractors via various methods.
• Manages third-party companies for subsidence damage mitigation.
• Negotiates cash settlements for repairs with policyholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate building surveyor

Job description

Job Profile

Due to growth, an experienced Claims Technician is required to join a Subsidence Team where you will provide Technical Building Claims Solutions and support to a team of Surveyors and Claims Management professionals.

Main duties include:

• Communicating with customers, contractors, and insurer clients via telephone, email, and written correspondence.
• Managing third-party companies to facilitate vegetation removal and drain repairs to mitigate subsidence damage.
• Updating and creating building repair scopes using in-house schedules of rates.
• Negotiating cash settlements for repairs with policyholders.
• Managing panel contractors, repair schedules, and controlling costs.
• Settling claims under delegated authority.
• Requirements include previous subsidence/buildings insurance claims experience or extensive trade experience (5+ years), or being a graduate building surveyor.
• Demonstrating excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Providing high standards of customer service.
• Being computer literate with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Thriving in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• Being a positive, flexible, self-motivated team player.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Salary & Benefits:

• Up to £30,000 per annum.
• 25 days holiday plus excellent benefits.
• Company bonus scheme, training, and career advancement opportunities.