Overview
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Agriculture & Rural Network
Job Location: Glasgow Job Type: Permanent Remuneration: Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Loss Adjuster within our Agriculture and Rural Network team based in Scotland.
At Sedgwick, our Agriculture and Rural Network deals with a wide range of property claims coming from the rural community.
Imagine stepping into farmers' lives during their toughest moments: From peril related damage to an isolated farmhouse, a hailstorm wrecking crops, a barn fire destroying a barn and farm equipment, livestock lost to disease and a wide range of diverse activities as the rural community reacts and evolves to modern times and ways of working. You’ll be the reassuring presence amidst the chaos, building relationships with customers, agricultural agencies and brokers, then returning to your desk at Sedgwick or your laptop at home to compile a comprehensive reports, managing claims from cradle to grave in accordance with client requirements.
We will consider candidates with no loss adjusting experience but with the right attributes and qualifications.
The role may especially appeal to claims handlers currently in office based/desktop roles who wish to expand and develop their skills, experience and career.
Responsibilities
* A full UK driving licence: It is essential you can travel by car.
* Experience with or knowledge of Insurance Claims
* Excellent communication skills: You'll speak with and write to policyholders, insurers, contractors, and more. You’ll explain complex details clearly and negotiate fair settlements for all.
* Problem-solving abilities: You should be able to identify and solve problems efficiently as you’ll be dealing with property damage claims often involves complex situations and challenges.
* Time management: As you’ll be planning your own week you must effectively manage your time, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines. You will be required to handle multiple claims simultaneously.
Qualifications
* A full UK driving licence
* Experience with or knowledge of Insurance Claims
* Excellent communication skills
* Problem-solving abilities
* Time management
What is helpful but not vital
* A willingness to pursue professional qualifications through the chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters. Full support is provided.
The skills that will be developed
* We will provide all the Sedgwick specific training you need to thrive in this role.
What we’ll give you for this role
* Remuneration & more
* Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications
* A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)
* You will join an appropriate incentive (bonus) scheme
* Fully funded company vehicle or cash in lieu allowance
* Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays
* Flexible working from our office or your home
Health & support
* Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)
* Life assurance
* Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing
* Group Income Protection
Other benefits
* Voluntary benefits – dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, welling and digital GP applications
* Discounts on various products and services
This isn\'t just a position, it\'s a pivotal role in shaping our industry
At Sedgwick, you won\'t just build your career; you\'ll cultivate a team of experts. Our Sedgwick University offering empowers you to excel as well as your team members, with the most comprehensive training program in the industry which includes more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue formal education.
Together, we\'re not only reshaping the insurance landscape, we’re building a legacy of talent. Come and be a catalyst for change within our industry.
Next steps for you
Think we\'d be a great match? Apply now –we want to hear from you.
If you’re unsure whether you have all the skills needed then do apply –we are looking for all backgrounds from seasoned professionals to those returning to the workforce, and everyone in-between.
Not only that, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.
After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).
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Sedgwickis an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
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