Trainee Claims Handler

02 February 20202020-02-02
Dorking, Surrey
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join my client as a Trainee Claims Handler.

As a member of the Claims team you will be trained to investigate, negotiate and settle claims over a 3 year milestone training period.

After the initial training has been completed (approx. 3 - 6 months) you will take responsibility for your own case load including fire, theft, windscreen claims and eventually some non-serious personal injury, dealing with solicitors, insurance brokers, loss adjusters and direct contact with customers and third parties.

Key responsibilities will be to:
  • Ensure that allocated claims are fully investigated.
  • Act as the key contact for specific customers/brokers.
  • Communicate with policyholders, solicitors and others by telephone and in writing.
  • Identify opportunities to make recoveries and follow the recovery through.
  • Maintain accurate estimates on outstanding claims so the appropriate reserve can be made for each claim.
  • Work within the team to ensure that all claims are settled within appropriate time scales.
  • Work flexibly within the team, assisting colleagues wherever pressure is greatest to enhance overall team performance.
High Level of Training & Development!! Perfect role for a school/college leaver that wishes to pursue a professional career.
 
 
Skills/Requirements:
  • Fantastic communications skills
  • Ability to work well within a team and under pressure
  • Excellent computer skills
  • 5 GCSE passes or equivalent grades A-C including Maths & English
  • Previous office experience is preferred
Hours: Full time/Permanent
Starting salary: £16,500 rising to £21,000 after 3 years! 
 
If this sounds like something of interest, and you have the relevant skills/ experience, please call one of our Consultants at Specialist Recruit on 01306 779250 or apply online.
Please note: due to the high volume of applications, a consultant will be in touch should you be successful for the role.

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