Liability Claims Technician

Sedgwick

  • Leeds
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 hours ago
By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top CompaniesCertified as a Great Place to Work®Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & InsuranceLiability Claims TechnicianJob Location: UK, hybrid workingJob Type: PermanentRemuneration: Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualificationsWe have a fantastic opportunity for Claims Technicians working on a hybrid basis.An excellent opportunity has arisen in our Simply Business liability team. We are seeking individuals with previous liability claims handling experience or from an insurance background.Simply Business, is an online broker with more than 20 Insurers on their panel. The dedicated team handle property damage, employer’s liability, public liability, personal accident, legal expenses and home emergency claims, handling claims up to £10,000 at the desk.You will manage Employers Liability, Public Liability, and property damage claims, making informed decisions and taking claims through to settlement.Key responsibilities include identifying fraudulent claims, evaluating evidence, handling correspondence and calls, issuing client updates, and maintaining diary processes. Empathy, understanding, and strong communication skills are essential.This role is perfect for those who crave variety, enjoy problem-solving, and want to build a rewarding career in a fast-paced environment.The skills you will have when you apply:
  • Experience in managing claims across multiple liability areas: Previous experience in a claims environment is essential.
  • Excellent communication skills: You will interact with policyholders, insurers, contractors, and other stakeholders. You’ll need to explain complex details clearly and negotiate fair settlements for all parties involved.
  • Commitment to professional development: A dedication to working towards the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters' Cert CILA qualification is essential.
The skills that will be developed once working:
  • 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)
  • 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
  • Group Income Protection
  • Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing
Other benefits
  • Voluntary benefits – green car scheme, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, wellbeing and digital GP applications
  • Discounts on various products and services
This isn't just a position, it's a pivotal role in shaping our industryAt Sedgwick, not only will you be working behind the scenes for some of the UK's most trusted insurance brands helping to resolve millions of claims every year, you'll also be an architect of tomorrow's insurance landscape with Sedgwick University. Our proprietary offering is the most comprehensive training and development program in the industry with more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue your formal education – all available to you starting from your very first day.You'll join a community passionate about making a difference, where every role contributes to a larger mission; protecting people and businesses. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of insurance.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).Sedgwick is 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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