Claims Specialist

DHL; Utrecht; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Flexible schedule

Competitive benefits discussed

Job summary

DHL in Utrecht is seeking a Claims Specialist in Insurance & Risk Management (IRM) to manage motor liability and recovery claims from notification to settlement. You will coordinate with insurers, brokers, and legal representatives while ensuring accurate, timely claim outcomes and high service levels.

The role requires 1–3 years in claims, strong organizational skills, and fluency in Dutch and English. An international environment and a competitive package with benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in insurance claims, claims administration, or a similar role.
• Basic understanding of insurance and claims handling; motor claims experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; effective stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress MTPL/WAM claims from notification through settlement.
• Handle recovery claims related to motor vehicle damage, property damage, salary recovery.
• Assist liability assessment by reviewing claim information and expert reports.
• Coordinate with loss adjusters, legal representatives, brokers, insured parties, claimants.
• Provide timely updates to DHL Business Partners on progress and outcomes.
• Support negotiations to achieve fair, timely settlements and identify recovery opportunities.
• Monitor claims, financial exposure, quality and service levels; maintain files and reports.

Skills

Claims handling

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Excel

PowerPoint

Dutch language

English language

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About DHL and IRM:

DHL Group, the logistics provider of the world with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development; we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.

In Insurance & Risk Management (IRM) we focus on being trusted advisors by connecting with business colleagues and understanding their needs. We manage and mitigate risk and deliver quality insurance products and services to protect the company’s employees, assets and liabilities and to meet its contractual obligations to customers across the group. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our EMEA region.

Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of IRM? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of the DHL Group, you will be working with a global network of IRM colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.

Job Purpose:

As a Claims Specialist, you will manage and support the handling of a variety of insurance claims, with a particular focus on motor liability and recovery claims. You will help ensure claims are assessed, coordinated and resolved efficiently, accurately and in line with company policies and procedures. Working closely with DHL business partners, insurers, brokers, legal representatives and other stakeholders, you will contribute to fair and timely claim outcomes while delivering a high level of service and building your expertise in claims management.

Your tasks:

• Manage and progress a portfolio of motor third-party liability (MTPL/WAM) claims from initial notification through to settlement.
• Handle recovery claims relating to motor vehicle damage, property damage and salary recovery.
• Support the assessment of liability by reviewing claim information, documentation and expert reports.
• Coordinate with loss adjusters, legal representatives, brokers, insured parties, claimants and other relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate with DHL Business Partners and provide timely updates on claim progress and outcomes.
• Support liability and settlement negotiations, aiming to achieve fair and timely outcomes.
• Identify potential recovery opportunities and follow up on the recourse of claim-related costs.
• Monitor claims, including progress, financial exposure, quality and service levels.
• Maintain accurate and complete claim files and ensure all administrative activities are completed in a timely manner.
• Prepare regular claims reports and provide relevant updates and insights to Business Partners.
• Contribute to improvements in claims processes, procedures and ways of working.
• Build your knowledge of insurance, claims handling and DHL’s business through day-to-day interaction with experienced colleagues and stakeholders.

Your profile:

• 1-3 years of experience in insurance claims, claims administration, or a similar support role.
• Basic understanding of insurance and claims handling principles. Experience with motor claims would be an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable communicating with a variety of stakeholders and building positive working relationships.
• Customer-focused approach with a professional and proactive mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

We offer:

• Great opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world
• International and virtual environment
• Flexibility and great opportunity to learn
• Compensation package: Depending on the candidate’s level of experience, the annual salary will range from €42,000 to €60,000. The overall package, including additional benefits, will be discussed in more detail during the interview proces

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.