Damage Motor Claims Handler

Direct Line Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in the UK is looking for a Damage Fixer Handler in Glasgow. This role involves validating and resolving damage claims while maintaining high customer service standards. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and possess claims experience. The company offers a salary of £24,570 with numerous benefits including discounted insurance and health plans, aiming to foster a supportive work-life balance.

Benefits

50% off home, motor, and pet insurance

Generous holidays

Health and Dental insurance options

Employee discounts

Opportunity for apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Experience in handling claims is essential.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Eager to learn and support colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Validate and investigate damage claims.
• Proactively resolve investigations.
• Work towards targets for team goals.

Skills

Claims experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Proactivity

IT skills

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Damage Fixer Handler – Starting salary of £24,570 (increased dependent on skills and experience) plus additional benefits.

DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. By joining them, you’ll have the opportunity to not just be recognised for your skills but encouraged to build upon them and empowered to do your absolute best.

Our standard full-time contracts are 37.5 hours per week, with shift patterns covering the following weekly operating hours:

Monday to Friday: 09:00-17:00

What you'll be doing:

You will be responsible for the validation, investigation, negotiation and fulfilment of first and third party damage claims, and any other associated losses.

You will proactively resolve outstanding investigations, in order to choose the most appropriate settlement route. The role will have end to end ownership and accountability. Supporting our customers, you'll work to targets to achieve team and individual goals.

Grow with us and shape your future!

What You’ll Need:

Capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-moving environment while effectively managing multiple tasks and prioritising workload.

A strong team player with a proactive attitude, eager to learn and support colleagues.

Dedicated to providing outstanding customer service—someone who takes pride in high-quality work and always puts the customer first.

Comfortable handling digital and online tasks, with solid IT skills and previous experience using software such as Microsoft Outlook and Word.

Confidence in dealing with customer and third-party calls, alongside managing your own workload.

Open to change and innovation, with a willingness to contribute ideas that enhance the customer experience.

Claims experience is required for this role.

While not essential, having a valid driver’s license and experience driving on UK roads would be beneficial for this role, as it provides a better understanding of motor claims and the customer experience.

What You’ll Get:

We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer such excellent benefits designed to suit you as and when you need them:

50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free Green Flag breakdown cover

Additional optional Health and Dental insurance

Generous holidays

Buy as you earn share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Opportunity to apply to our customer service and data apprenticeship to develop skills for the future

Plus, many more

We want everyone to get the most out of their time at DLG. Which is why we’ve looked beyond the financial rewards and created an offer that takes your whole life into account. Supporting our people to work at their best – whatever that looks like — and offering real choice, flexibility, and a greater work-life balance that means our people have time to focus on the things that matter most to them. Our benefits are about more than just the money you earn. They’re about recognising who you are and the life you live.

Be yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

This position does not meet the criteria for a Skilled Worker visa. You must meet certain requirements to be eligible for a Skilled Worker visa including a minimum salary & an eligible job role. As this position does not align with these requirements, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.