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Senior Technical Claims Handler

Posted: 03/12/25
Recruiter:MPJ Recruitment Ltd
Reference:3039349617
Type:Permanent
Salary:£37,500 - £50,000 Annual
Location:Northampton, Northamptonshire
Description: Senior Technical Claims Handler

Location: Northamptonshire (Hybrid Working)
Salary: 37,500 - 50,000 DOE
Hours: Monday-Friday
Company: MPJ Recruitment (on behalf of a leading and growing organisation)



Overview

MPJ Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a leading and rapidly growing business to recruit an experienced Senior Technical Claims Handler. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled claims professional to take ownership of a varied caseload of complex and high-value pre-litigated claims.

In this role, you will manage large loss personal injury files and other associated third-party claims, including credit hire, property damage, Employers' Liability (EL), Public Liability (PL), and additional complex loss types. As a senior member of the team, you will act as a key technical expert, offering guidance on claims strategy, tactics, and best practices to ensure exceptional outcomes for clients.



Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a diverse portfolio of complex and large loss personal injury claims, including cases exceeding 100k.

  • Handle third-party losses across PI, credit hire, property, EL, PL, and related areas.

  • Drive efficient claims settlements through strong liability and quantum arguments paired with effective negotiation.

  • Serve as a central technical referral point, offering insight and support to colleagues on complex matters.

  • Maintain accurate reserves, management information (MI), and undertake timely case reviews in line with SLAs.

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, insurers, and panel solicitors.

  • Attend review meetings and actively contribute to continuous improvement and team development.

  • Support the Defence Operations Manager and Claims Managers in delivering exceptional service standards and driving operational improvements.



Benefits

  • 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy an additional 5 days

  • Funded qualifications upon successful completion of probation

  • Hybrid working arrangement

  • Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributions

  • Life insurance (4x salary, with option to increase to 10x)

  • Income protection (up to 50% of annual income, with top-up options)

  • Health cash plan or private medical insurance

  • Fully paid volunteering days each year

  • Employee stock purchase plan (discounted shares)

  • HMRC-approved share incentive plan

  • Critical illness cover

  • Discounted gym membership

  • Season ticket loan

  • Discounted vouchers for shopping and major purchases

  • Emergency back-up family care



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