Claims Specialist
| Posting date: | 19 March 2024 |
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| Salary: | £30,000 to £33,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 April 2024 |
| Location: | Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 6XN |
| Company: | DB Schenker |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 317290_1710838635 |
Summary
At DB Schenker, you are part of a global logistics network that connects the world. A network that allows you to shape your career by encouraging you to contribute and truly make a difference. With more than 72,000 colleagues worldwide, we welcome diversity and thrive on individual backgrounds, perspectives and skills. Together as one team, we are Here to move.
Join Our Team as a Claims Specialist in Nuneaton! Are you experienced in claims handling and ready for a new challenge? An exciting opportunity awaits you to join our corporate services team as a Claims Specialist in Nuneaton. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in supporting our UK & IE Claims Department by efficiently logging claims and gathering essential information to facilitate smooth claims handling processes. This is your chance to make a significant impact and contribute your expertise to our team. Salary: £30k-£33k per annum depending on experience Location: Nuneaton/Hybrid Hours: Mon-Fri, 37.5 per week What will you be doing?
- Assist with a variety of claims, including cargo, EL, PL, property, and motor/fleet activities, by creating and updating claim files.
- Skilfully manage the electronic comprehensive Claim Files creation and gather all necessary Ensure timely and accurate processing of claims, maintaining a high standard of efficiency.
- Engage with claimants to ascertain the cause and extent of loss, while ensuring the completeness of documentation.
- Collaborate with local and global insurers to log claims and oversee their progression to resolution.
- Keep clients informed with regular updates as required
- Handle incoming queries promptly and effectively to maintain smooth operations.
- Efficiently manage the MID database and maintain third-party recourse logs.
- Check and allocate invoices and payment requests accurately.
- Evaluate limitations of liability and calculate claims adjustments with precision.
- Assess subrogation and recourse potentials to maximise claim recovery.
About You:
- You will possess either previous experience handling EL, PL, Motor/Fleet, and Property Claims or experience in freight forwarding or transport
- Familiarity with claims procedures and regulations is desirable.
- Proficient in MS Office suite, demonstrating excellent computer skills.
- Display a disciplined, organised approach to work, capable of handling time and financial pressures effectively.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an excellent eye for detail.
- 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing by 1 per year up to max 25)
- Day off for your birthday
- 1 day paid volunteering per year.
- Pension scheme matched up to 6%
- Excellent learning and development opportunities
- An extensive fitness and well-being programme