Job Description

Job Title:

Claims Handler

Reporting to:

Executive Director - Claims

ABL Group, part of Brown & Brown UK and the leading insurance broker in Northern Ireland, are looking to recruit a Claims Handler to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced insurance professional to join a fast-moving & progressive business, where high quality work is rewarded with the opportunities to progress within the organisation.

Job purpose:

Managing all classes of Commercial Claims as required within the Claims Team. Working closely with all relevant parties to ensure everyone involved is fully aware of status updates and are providing additional information as needed To provide a complete professional service to all clients whilst always maintaining regulatory compliance.

Key accountabilities:

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Deliver planned performance and service standards to ensure customers are provided with an excellent customer experience in addition to being innovative and proactive when dealing with all aspects of customer & third-party claims. Provide clear and accurate claims advice to clients and people claiming on their policies. Ensure clients understand the terms and the extent of the cover provided in line with industry regulations Project manage claims on a case load basis - from FNOL to completion. Work within set budgets and timeframes. Liaise with policy holders and insurance companies on a daily basis. Keep an efficient diary system to ensure pro-activity. Manage client's expectations at all times. Identify potential cover issues or indicators of fraud and acting in accordance with company stated guidelines to deal with such claims. Develop and maintain networks/formal channels within and outside the Company to gain information and develop own breadth of awareness and understanding Ensure the adherence to company policies and procedures. Liaise with the Corporate Team to deal with all claims and provide information on the impact on future business. Ensure the highest standards of customer care and service. Provide less experienced staff with support (i.e. technical and underwriting expertise) as and when required Create and update both computer and paper-based records. Carry out periodical reviews on systems and processes currently in place within own areas of responsibility to improve efficiency going forward Keep abreast of and assess the impact of external (such as legal and regulatory) changes as they relate to the role Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as the Board may request from time to time.

Benefits:

Salary (negotiable depending on qualifications and experience). Hours of work are Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 25 days annual leave plus 11 statutory days. Company Pension Schemes The postholder will be required to undertake such internal and/or external training as deemed necessary by the company.

Knowledge and Skills required:

Professional qualification - CII or working towards professional qualifications Interpersonal / Communication skills Flexible and adaptable to change Collaboration and teamwork Strong trading skills Strong organisational skills Strong negotiation skills
For more information please apply online or contact Dan Hurley.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Employee stock purchase plan Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person