Job Profile
An experienced Claims Technician/Handler is required to join a UK nationwide Property repair organisation who have been operating within the Insurance and Property Industry for a number of years providing a bespoke property repair and damage mitigation service for both commercial and domestic properties.
Due to substantial growth, they are now seeking a Claims specialist to join their small but vastly experienced team. As a Claims Technician you will be handling a portfolio of buildings related losses working from a desk base and supporting the team of Surveyors/ Estimators who attend site visits to assess damage and prepare schedules of works.
There is also the opportunity for anyone wanting to progress towards being a field based Surveyor/Estimator, full training and support will be provided.
Key responsibilities:
1. Work closely with the Team of Surveyors/Estimators
2. Manage claims from cradle to grave
3. Oversee that the reinstatement to any damaged properties is completed and fully repaired
4. During the process you will liaise with insureds, insurers and contractors keeping all parties up to date.
5. Help and support the Team of Surveyors/Estimators with the writing of estimates, preparing schedule of works and organising contractor to carry out repairs
6. Contractor management, ensuring the repair work is on track, compliant and working to industry standard
7. Use various IT technology/systems
Applicant Requirements
About You:
8. Experience of working in an Insurance Claims/Buildings Claims environment
9. Good knowledge of Buildings/Property damage and repair
10. Exceptional communication skills, face to face, verbal and written
11. Good organisational skills and the ability to work in a pressured environment
12. Be a team player and happy to work in an office environment 3 days per week
13. Excellent IT/Systems skills
Salary & Benefits:
14. Salary up to £30,000
15. hybrid working, Monday to Friday flexible working hours
16. free parking on-site
17. annual bonus