We are now seeking a Deputy Claims Manager to join us on a permanent basis, legally qualified in England law and an additional common law jurisdiction is advantageous. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and a quick learner with a desire to develop in a friendly and supportive insurance company. This is a great opportunity for someone to join a strong, cohesive and experienced team, whilst building on their previous legal experience.
We have a hybrid working model (minimum 2 days in the office).
If interested in this role, please send us your CV and covering letter outlining why you would be suitable for this position and your salary requirements to [email protected]
Overall responsibility of the Role:
To provide sensitive, responsive, imaginative and cost effective claims handling and general support to Members and Brokers with claims issues.
Role Responsibilities:
1) To manage proper handling of own claim files, including file husbandry in accordance with current claims procedures manual.
2) To maintain accurate estimates on each file.
3) To prepare reports including agenda notes, notification to reinsurers, Club circulars etc.
4) To report to, and assist Loss Prevention department, the Head of Claims – Singapore and the relevant Underwriter where a claims trend is detected.
5) To report in writing notification of large claims
6) To share knowledge, information and experience across the Claims team and department as a whole.
7) To develop the skills and knowledge required for the effective performance of the role by participating in and actively contributing to training and development activities.
8) To work with Underwriters to identify, attract, develop and retain business for the mutual benefit of the Club.
9) To assist theHead of Claims – Singapore and Claims Managers with or take the lead with ad-hoc Club projects.
Experience Required:
Knowledge
· Legally qualified, preferably English law and an additional common law jurisdiction is advantageous.
· Preferably 5 years’ experience within a P&I Club handling all P&I and Defence/LCC claims.
· Previous experience with management or team leadership.
· Completed P&IQ or actively working towards this.
Skills
· Competent in writing coherent and comprehensive agenda notes on own claims and reports to reinsurers.
· Competent in attending meetings with Members and/or brokers and able to contribute effectively in a professional manner.
· The ability to:
- Where necessary, appropriately appoint correspondents/lawyers/experts.
- Identify and evaluate evidence.
- Analyse liability and quantum.
- Litigate, arbitrate, mediate or settle by negotiation.
- Competent in travelling to visit Members/brokers who have generated claims.
