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Commercial Claims Handler

Lawes Consulting Group
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Preston, Lancashire PR3 3XR, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job title is Commercial Claims Handler with a salary of £35,000 located in Lancashire.
  • The role requires at least 3 years of experience handling claims within the commercial insurance market.
  • Responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of claims, negotiating settlements, and maintaining accurate case records.
  • Candidates should possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • The position involves liaising with clients and insurers to ensure smooth and fair resolutions for various types of claims.

Job title: Commercial Claims Handler

Salary: £35,000

Location: Lancashire

PURPOSE OF ROLE 

We're recruiting on behalf of a long-standing, client-focused Chartered Insurance Broker who is looking for an experienced Commercial Claims Handler. You'll manage a variety of commercial and personal claims from start to finish, acting as a trusted liaison between clients and insurers to ensure smooth, fair resolutions.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Manage the full lifecycle of commercial and personal claims including but not limited to Property, Liability, Motor Fleet, Professional Indemnity, and Cyber
  • Ensure proactive claims handling - communicating promptly with clients, insurers, and third parties
  • Negotiate settlements with insurers and ensure claims are resolved efficiently and fairly
  • Keep clients updated regularly, ensuring clarity, support, and guidance throughout the process
  • Maintain accurate case records and a structured diary to track progress on all open files
  • Support the wider business by preparing summary reports and insights on key claims
  • Promote best practices in compliance with FCA regulations and internal policies

DAY-TO-DAY 

  • Reviewing and registering new claims swiftly, acknowledging correspondence
  • Liaising with insurers to progress and monitor claim outcomes
  • Gathering documentation and evidence to assess liability and coverage
  • Monitoring outstanding claims through diary management systems
  • Supporting account executives on complex and high-value cases
  • Staying up to date with industry trends and regulatory updates, particularly within the childcare insurance sector
  • Participating in ongoing training and professional development activities

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS 

  • At least 3 years' experience handling claims within the commercial insurance market
  • A sound understanding of various classes of business (Liability, Property, Motor, Financial Lines, etc.)
  • GCSE A-C grade (5 minimum) must include Maths and English

SKILLS 

  • Strong communication - both written and verbal - with a client-first approach.
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Confident when negotiating settlements and defending client positions
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Able to collaborate within a team while also managing an independent workload

If you have the relevant experience or know someone that does please contact me now on 07458 162842 or email us at

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.