Claims Handler - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Zurich Insurance

Zurich Insurance
Zurich Insurance
Verified Company
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Location:
Newcastle

Closing date: 5th June 2024

The opportunity:

The pace of change in insurance means we're looking for a Claims Handler to join the Zurich Municipal Casualty claims team.


Working in Zurich Municipals claims department, you will be responsible for handling and resolving a full portfolio of casualty claims by investigating, negotiating and finalising claims in line with governance guidelines and your authority limits.

You'll work within a supportive team with lots of opportunities to develop.


Many of our employees work flexibly in a variety of different ways, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, an element of working from home or compressed hours.

This is because we want the best people for our roles, and we recognise that sometimes those people aren't available full-time.

Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may need.


What will you be doing?

  • Dealing directly with customers such as local authorities and housing associations, as well as claimants and solicitors, delivering a highquality claims service
  • Review and respond to claim enquiries, handling and negotiating claims in a proactive manner within authority limits
  • Compliance to statutory regulations
  • Maximise productivity and profitability within the team
  • Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture

Who are we looking for?

  • Ability to deliver exceptional customer service through strong relationship management and effective negotiation skills.
  • An inquisitive nature that will enable you to ask questions and reach accurate decisions.
  • Strong IT and communication skills.
  • Experience working within a team with good case management and workload management skills.
  • Decision making
  • Ability to coach, motivate and develop where appropriate.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer.

Together we're creating a brighter future for our customers, our people, and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you'll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.


We've made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other's wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.


If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives, and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you.

Be part of something great.


Our Culture:

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we're particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we've won numerous awards for.

We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs, or culture.

We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, or any other protected characteristic.


We've an environment that places a real importance on our people's wellbeing from a physical, mental, social, and financial perspective.

We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support.

We're also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We're passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK.

In that time, we've awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.


So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us. #LI-Hybrid
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