Senior Claims Handler

https://www.cavendishmaine.com/job-search/1119-senior-claims-handler/general-insurance/south-west/job2026-05-18 12:28:332026-06-28 Cavendish Maine
Job Type Permanent
Location Bristol
Area South West, UK South West UK Bristol
Sector General Insurance
Salary Up to £45,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits
Start Date
Advertiser David Harries
Job Ref DH/103792
Working Hybrid
Description

An Established, independent Commercial Insurance Broker seeks an experienced Claims Handler to take a lead role in managing their commercial claims form first notification through to final settlement.

 

Working as a Senior Commercial Claims Handler, you will provide an efficient service to commercial clients, ensuring that they receive a prompt and fair claims settlement which encourages them to remain as clients. 

 

You will manage a range of Commercial claims with the exception of motor claims and specific duties will include:

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  • Provide a proactive and responsive service to commercial clients, keeping them informed and updated.
  • Produce accurate and timely documents for all aspects of the claims process.
  • Negotiate with insurers on behalf of the client.
  • Promptly escalate any issues that may prevent a claim being settled promptly or fairly, including any suspicion over the validity of a claim.
  • Chase insurers and suppliers to expedite claims progress and settlement.
  • Keep accurate claims records at all times.
  • Build excellent working relationships with the Account Executives and the wider team.

 

Key Skills/Experience Required:

To be considered for the Commercial Claims Handler opportunity, you will have the following experience:

 

  • Previous commercial claims handling experience.
  • The ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
  • Articulate and good attention to detail.
  • Strong PC literacy to include Word and Outlook.
  • Cert CII qualification would be preferred.

 

Salary/Benefits Information:

  • Salary to £45,000.
  • Generous Benefits package.
  • Bonus up to 10%.
  • Hybrid working – 3 days in the office.
  • Support with professional qualifications.

 

Contact:

David Harries

Reference: DH/103792

 

Candidate Care:

By responding to this advert you consent to Cavendish Maine processing the personal data included within this application.

 

If your application is successful we will contact you to discuss the opportunity in more detail, within 48 hours of receiving your application.

 

Should you not hear from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please be advised that if unsuccessful for this role we may keep your details in our hold file, during which time you may be contacted for other suitable vacancies. If you do not want us to do this please call us to advise.

 

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for your interest in Cavendish Maine.

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