Senior Claims Adjuster (Construction) - London

We are seeking a Senior Construction Claims Adjuster on behalf of a highly regarded Company Market Insurer.

The successful candidate will adjust a highly technical level portfolio of claims, from first advice through to settlement. The role will suit candidates from an Insurer, Loss Adjusting or Private Practice background.

Key Responsibilities

• Handing First and Third Party Liability claims originating from CAR / EAR policies from FNOL to settlement and recovery.
• Undertaking an initial evaluation of cause of loss to determine whether a claim is covered.
• Assisting in the process for setting accurate, realistic and timely claims reserves,
• Liaising with Clients, Loss Adjusters, Solicitors, Experts, Brokers, MGAs and TPAs as appropriate.
• Liaising with Underwriters & Risk Managers, Finance, Management, Head Office, as well as network (Servicing and / or Producing offices).
• Maintaining accurate records for auditing and regulatory purposes, preparing reports as necessary.
• Ensuring accurate entry of claims data to enable precise reporting on the nature and financial impact of the claims portfolio and to assist in the preparation of MI.

Key Requirements

• 5-10 years’ experience in handling First/Third Party Liability Construction/Engineering claims.
• Experience of JCT / LEG / DE.
• Experience of market meetings in a lead or follow capacity.
• General awareness of current regulation, case law, and market issues.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team, and to be self-motivated.