Trainee Loss Adjuster

**Division focus and key deliverables**

The role of the Junior/Trainee Liability Adjuster is to efficiently investigate and handle a variety of predominantly Public Liability & Employers Liability claims for Personal Injury and Third-Party Property Damage although experience of claims in other areas would be beneficial. This exciting role is to join our existing team, ensuring claims are investigated and handled on a proactive basis in accordance with the company and each client’s claims handling philosophy and the governing Civil Procedure Rules.

**Key Objectives for the job**

Investigation of allocated claims in the field or from the desk.

Compilation of all necessary evidence and relevant documentation

Preparation of Preliminary Reports detailing the evidence available and commenting upon Policy Indemnity, Legal Liability, Quantum, and Tactics

Determine appropriate action for resolution of the case.

Defend or negotiate settlement where appropriate, within agreed authority limits.

Correspond with all parties professionally to proactively progress the case to conclusion.

Investigate and handle all cases in accordance with the client’s requirements by referral to documented procedures at all times.

Maintain a proper reserve at all times by regular review.

Keep updated on any technical changes relevant to your role including participating in training programmes facilitated by the company

**Skills, knowledge and experience**

An insurance professional who will have experience working in the insurance industry and/or legal sector in a Claims handling role (Casualty claims desirable), or a Law graduate seeking a fresh challenge and who is ambitious and can demonstrate an ability to develop the skills and knowledge needed.

This role is Home Based covering caseloads in the South East of England therefore travel in this area is necessary. A company car will be provided.