Insurance Surveyor - Colchester, United Kingdom - Jigsaw Recruitment

    Jigsaw Recruitment
    Jigsaw Recruitment Colchester, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Full time Insurance
    Description
    Insurance Surveyor covering Essex, salary £45,000 with an excellent benefits package

    Jigsaw Recruitment are working alongside a well respected and forward thinking Claims Management company, our client are looking to recruit a Insurance Surveyor to join their growing team in Essex

    The Role

    To assess damage for buildings insurance claims to determine whether claims should be accepted or declined, and to verify scope and quantum for accepted claims. To provide technical support for building damage elements of claims and first stage support to the Customer Services Team for claims with FOS complaints. To carry out audits for the local contractors assisted by the Supply Chain Manager.

    Knowledge and experience required:

  • Secondary education with qualifications in Maths and English, and demonstrable ability in numeracy skills & written English. Qualifications in surveying such as HNC or similar desirable
  • A minimum of 5 years construction experience, trade background considered
  • Estimating/surveying experience within insurance is essential
  • Experience of Xactware or other estimating software desirable
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with Good organisational skills and Accuracy / attention to detail
  • Tact and assertiveness when dealing with customers who may be distressed or angry
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
  • PC literate with good administrative skills
  • Ability to take on increased ownership and responsibility when necessary

  • For more information on this opportunity please send a copy of your cv to Gavin Meakings