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Senior Claims Handler

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Lawes Consulting Group

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United Kingdom , London or Chelmsford

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Salary:

70000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

An established Specialty Casualty & Property Claims team is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Claims Handler to join a high-performing, collaborative environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a claims professional who thrives on delivering outstanding client service, enjoys managing complex claims end-to-end, and wants to make a genuine impact on claim outcomes.

Job Responsibility:

  • Manage Property & Casualty claims from start to settlement, ensuring timely and effective resolution
  • Advise and regularly update clients on claim progress, key developments, and next steps
  • Liaise with insurers, brokers, solicitors, and other advisors throughout the claims process
  • Provide clear, technically sound advice to clients at every stage of the claim
  • Balance client expectations with empathy, professionalism, and commercial awareness
  • Maintain accurate claims records and ensure systems are fully up to date
  • Produce claims data and statistics in line with agreed service level agreements
  • Continually develop and maintain technical knowledge of insurance, legislation, and market practice

Requirements:

  • Proven experience handling Casualty claims within the London Market
  • Strong background in insurance with a specialist claims handling focus
  • Cert CII or Dip CII qualification desirable (or working towards)
  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Highly organised, analytical, and client-focused
  • Able to identify potential risks and escalate appropriately, following internal processes
  • Eligible to work in the UK
What we offer:
  • A supportive, collaborative team culture
  • Clear and achievable career progression pathways
  • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  • The chance to work on high-quality, complex claims with respected clients

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 10, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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