Bodyshop Estimation & Insurance Liaison Lead

Snows Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Portsmouth is seeking a Bodyshop Development Executive responsible for estimating vehicle damages and communicating with insurance companies. The ideal candidate will have technical knowledge in the bodyshop industry, excellent communication skills, and a full driving licence. The role requires engaging with both internal teams and external customers to ensure repair processes are efficient and well-documented. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Fluent written and spoken English.
• PC, Microsoft, web literate.
• Full, clean driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Estimating to cover all repairs and reassessing for accuracy.
• Communicating effectively with engineers, insurers, and customers.
• Carrying out estimating on-site or off-site promptly.
• Supervising team performance as necessary.
• Ordering parts in a timely manner.
• Ensuring accurate method quotes and job card information.
• Documenting the estimation process accurately.
• Visiting dealerships to generate business for body repair outlets.

Skills

Technical Knowledge gained in Bodyshop Industry

Good Written and Verbal Communication Skills

IT/web and computer literate

Numerate and Articulate

Delivers Excellent Customer Service

Delivers a result and makes things happen

Full driving licence

Education

ATA VDA or NVQL3 or equivalent preferred

Job description

A leading automotive retailer in Portsmouth is seeking a Bodyshop Development Executive responsible for estimating vehicle damages and communicating with insurance companies. The ideal candidate will have technical knowledge in the bodyshop industry, excellent communication skills, and a full driving licence. The role requires engaging with both internal teams and external customers to ensure repair processes are efficient and well-documented. Competitive salary offered.