Property Adjuster - Reading/Oxfordshire

Sedgwick; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading risk management firm in Reading is seeking a Domestic Loss Adjuster to manage property damage claims. You'll conduct home assessments, coordinate contractor visits, and prepare detailed reports. We're looking for individuals with strong problem-solving skills and a full UK driving licence. The role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and benefits, including a pension scheme and flexible working options. Join a supportive community committed to helping you grow your career.

Benefits

Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)

Fully funded company vehicle or cash allowance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare plan

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence is essential for travel.
• Understanding of home insurance policies and domestic properties.
• Ability to communicate complex details clearly and negotiate settlements.
• Skill in identifying and solving problems efficiently.
• Manage time and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of domestic property damage claims.
• Conduct home visits to assess claims and coordinate with contractors.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for each settlement.

Skills

UK Driving Licence

Insurance knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Job description

### **Job Location: Reading/Oxfordshire**### **Job Type:** Permanent### **Remuneration**: Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications# **We have a fantastic opportunity for Domestic Loss Adjusters across Reading/Oxfordshire.**As a Domestic Loss Adjuster, you'll manage a caseload of domestic property damage claims across the East Midlands, from visiting customers at their homes, co-ordinating visits from contractors, to finally settling each claim.Imagine yourself stepping into people's lives during some of their most unsettling moments: a burst pipe that flooded the kitchen, a fire that scorched the living room, trees fallen through the roof from storm damage. You'll be there, the calming presence amidst the chaos, then returning to your desk at Sedgwick surrounded by your colleagues, or to your laptop at home, to compile a comprehensive report.Along with visits to claimants’ properties, we are happy for your base to be a balance of our office and your home.This is perfect for detail-oriented problem-solvers, with a passion for helping people, who crave variety and want to build a rewarding career.# **The skills you will have when you apply:*** **A full** **UK Driving Licence**: It is essential you can travel by car* **Insurance knowledge:** Have an understanding of how a home insurance policy operates and the basic make up of a domestic property.* **Excellent communication skills****:** You'll speak with and write to policyholders, insurers, contractors, and more. You’ll explain complex details clearly and negotiate fair settlements for all.* **Problem-solving abilities**: You should be able to identify and solve problems efficiently* **Time management**: As you’ll be planning your own week you must effectively manage your time, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines. You will be required to handle multiple claims simultaneously.**What is helpful, but not vital, in your application:*** **Technology:** Use of Apple software such as iPads, or other tablets**The skills that will be developed once working:*** **Comprehensive Training:** You'll receive all the Sedgwick-specific training needed to excel in your role.* **Professional Development:** We are committed to helping you work towards the Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters' Cert CILA qualification.# # **What we’ll give you for this role:****Remuneration & more*** Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications* A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)* You will join an appropriate incentive (bonus) scheme* Fully funded company vehicle or cash in lieu allowance* Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays* Flexible working from our office or your home**Health & support*** Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)* Life assurance* Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing* Group Income Protection**Other benefits*** Voluntary benefits – green car scheme, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, wellbeing and digital GP applications* Discounts on various products and services# **This isn't just a position, it's a pivotal role in shaping our industry**At Sedgwick, not only will you be working behind the scenes for some of the UK's most trusted insurance brands helping to resolve millions of claims every year, you'll also be an architect of tomorrow's insurance landscape with Sedgwick University. Our proprietary offering is the most comprehensive training and development program in the industry with more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue your formal education – all available to you starting from your very first day.You'll join a community passionate about making a difference, where every role contributes to a larger mission; protecting people and businesses. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of insurance.# **Next steps for you:**If you’re unsure whether you have all the skills needed then do apply – we are looking for all backgrounds from seasoned professionals to those returning to the workforce, and everyone in-between.Not only that, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).#LI-HYBRID## Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see