Defence Claims Handler

IntroductionAt Gallagher Bassett, we’re there when it matters most because helping people through challenging moments is more than just our job, it’s our purpose. Every day, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives. It takes empathy, precision, and a strong sense of partnership—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. We’re a team of fast‑paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers — people who care deeply about doing the right thing and doing it well. Whether you’re managing claims, supporting clients, or improving processes, you’ll play a vital role in helping businesses and individuals move forward with confidence. Here, you’ll be supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work. Because when you’re here, you’re part of something bigger. You’re part of a team that shows up, stands together, and leads with purpose.OverviewAre you motivated by helping people and delivering excellent customer service? You’ll be known internally as a Defence Claims Handler in our in‑house law firm, Strata Solicitors. You’ll be responsible for efficiently managing a caseload of claims and delivering exceptional client service. Once you’ve passed your probation period, typically 3‑months, you’ll be able to work from home two days per week. Our offices are open between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. You’ll work 37.5 hours between those times. To support your career progression, we’ll also contribute financially for you to gain your Chartered Institute of Insurance (CII) or a professional legal qualification.How you’ll make an impactOur clients may have had a car accident or a car stolen, and they’ll phone you to help them with their insurance claim. It’ll be your job to work with the ‘claimant’ and the insurance company to gather all evidence, establish liability, and quantify the claim to achieve swift settlement.Respond to all written and phone enquiries clearly, courteously, and promptlyDevelop relationships with clients by providing a friendly and efficient serviceMaintain accurate and up‑to‑date information on our claims system at all timesAdhere to all regulatory requirementsAbout YouYou’re a fast learner and able to make sound decisions quicklyYou’ll be able to negotiate and influence people both in writing and over the phoneYou’ll be confident using the phone to get updates and resolve disputesYou work well independently and as part of a teamYou have attention to detail and can effectively focus on tasks in a fast‑paced environment.You take pride and ownership of your work and have a ‘can do’ attitudeCompensation and benefitsOn top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra daysDefined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute toLife insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top‑up to 10xIncome protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top upHealth cash plan or Private medical insuranceOther benefits includeThree fully paid volunteering days per yearEmployee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discountShare incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase planCritical illness coverDiscounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationallySeason ticket loanAccess to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchaseEmergency back‑up family careAnd many more…We value inclusion and diversityInclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organisation. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.Gallagher is Disability Confident Committed. We have pledged to make sure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, in addition to supporting our existing employees with any long‑term health conditions or disabilities.We understand that applicants may have disabilities, if you do, you may find some parts of the recruitment process more challenging than others. Don’t worry, we’re here to help, however, we can only do this if you let us know.Should you require reasonable adjustments to your application, please get in touch with TAgocalSupport@ajg.com. If you’d prefer to speak on the phone, please request a call back, leaving details, so we get in touch.Our employing entity, Arthur J. Gallagher Services (UK) Limited, is proud to be accredited as a Living Wage employer with the Living Wage Foundation. We are committed to diversity and opportunity for all and are opposed to any form of less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender or gender identity, marital status, civil partnership status, parental status, race, ethnicity, colour, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion/ belief, age and those with caring responsibilities.Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non‑conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer‑employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. #J-18808-Ljbffr