Job Information

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Commercial Claims Manager to join a reputable insurance broker and oversee a team a 3 established Claims Handlers.

The successful candidate will be managing or be the senior referral point for a competent claims team, dealing with a wide range of commercial claims.

Excellent opportunity to establish yourself as a senior member of a commercial claims team and work closely with the board of Directors.

Responsibilities

� Provide leadership for the Claims Team with the aim of providing a first class claims service on behalf of insurers and/or clients.
� Develop individual team members and the performance of the team itself to their/its full potential.
� Overall management of claims team in line with HR and operational policies and procedures.
� Provide technical and managerial support suitable for team members at all levels (ranging from those new to the industry to those with several years� experience).
� Manage and coach a team of Claims Handlers and support the achievement of business objectives through productivity and cost efficiency management within the team.
� Contribute towards planning and prioritising activities that meet current and future business requirements.
� Provide expert skills and knowledge in all areas of claims handling and to influence, challenge and support the achievement of business strategies and plans
� Liaise effectively with other teams, department and managers and other stakeholders in representing the interests of the Claims Team.

Experience

� Significant experience gained within the commercial claims sector.
� Substantial and broad experience in the insurance industry.
� Strong track record in people management.
� Excellent communication skills.
� CII Professional Qualifications (or commitment to work towards) desirable.

Exciting opportunity to take control of a relatively new department and focus on the development of and further success of the team going forward. Please get in touch for more information.