Senior Claims Executive

Ukpandi; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance organization in Newcastle is seeking a Senior Claims Executive. This role requires handling complex P&I claims and fostering relationships with members. Ideal candidates are qualified lawyers with extensive maritime experience, and are capable of independent work while managing stakeholder relations effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of successful handling of complex P&I claims.
• Experienced in marine insurance and shipping law with strong relations with members and brokers.

Responsibilities

• Handle caseload of P&I matters and provide advice to Members.
• Investigate and resolve P&I claims, engaging internally and with stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiation

Claims Management

Legal Knowledge

Relationship Management

Education

Qualified lawyer in England and Wales

Minimum 6-7 years’ maritime experience

Job description

UK P&I Club Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Senior Claims Executive

UK P&I Club Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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The UK Club is delighted to announce the opening of a dedicated office in Newcastle. Strategically located in Prestwick Park on the outskirts of the city, the new office will provide both claims and underwriting services, working in close collaboration with our teams in London to ensure seamless support and continuity.

We are proud to have already welcomed several highly skilled and experienced professionals to the team, and we are now looking to further strengthen our presence by expanding this talented group with additional expertise in Claims Management.

We’re looking for a seasoned claims professional with extensive legal or claims-handling expertise to play a key role in delivering high-quality service to our members. You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, working on complex P&I matters, building strong relationships across the industry, and contributing to the Club’s continued success in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Overall objective of the Role:

To handle a caseload consisting of P&I matters and to provide advice to Members.

• Investigate, analyse, assess, negotiate and resolve a range of P&I claims,

including high value and complex matters, in accordance with procedures and guidelines, taking into account the interests of both the Member and the Clubs, and to record accurate estimates for the same. Respond to Member queries on non-claims related matters such as contract reviews and operational queries.

• Work with a high degree of independence but seek advice where appropriate from both P&I Senior Claims Directors and the Syndicate Manager.
• Regular participation in and contribution to internal training events, claims forum meetings, publications etc.
• Develop productive relations with Members through handling claims, account management, Member visits, seminars and entertainment.
• Develop and manage relationships with suppliers including entertainment of Correspondents.
• Present at Club board meetings as required.
• Liaise effectively with underwriting, loss prevention and management teams to ensure all internal stakeholders are kept fully advised of claim and Member developments.
• Comply with internal reporting guidelines and prepare board agenda papers for both Clubs as required.
• Case and member-related travel, sometimes at short notice.
• Participate in the mobile duty rota.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer in England and Wales or, proven track record of successful handling of complex P&I claims. Minimum 6-7 years’ maritime experience in a P&I Club and/or a law firm and/or with an Owner/Charterer.
• Experienced in handling claims and in marine insurance and shipping law, and will

understand the interplay between the various stakeholders, and have good relations with a variety of members and brokers.

• To become familiar with the Clubs’ members ensuring familiarity with their ship types, trades and commercial operations and requirements.
• To rapidly become fully familiar with the Rules of both Clubs and with internal procedures and policies.
• Able to work independently but willing to seek guidance where appropriate and to demonstrate a track record of successful claims management and member appreciation
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of issues which affect the clubs, including finances and regulatory matters.
• Able to regularly contribute to internal meetings e.g. claims forum, syndicate meetings.
• A strong negotiator, and able to work with and manage suppliers.
• A proven team player and effective at developing and managing relationships both internally and externally.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and of sound judgement
• To become fully familiar with all of the Clubs’ IT systems

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance

• Industries

  Insurance

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