Claims Specialist - Hybrid

At Guardian, our mission is simple: to ensure every family has protection they truly believe in. We’re challenging the market with a fresh approach and a brand promise — Life. Made Better.

Are you an experienced Claims Specialist looking for an exciting new opportunity? We are looking for a talented individual with demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the UK life, critical illness and health protection insurance sector and strong customer service skills to manage Life, Critical Illness, and/or disability claims.

What does a Claims Specialist do?

As a Claims Specialist, you'll manage Life, Critical Illness, and/or Disability claims, making key decisions and providing excellent customer support through our HALO claims service, ensuring compliance with industry standards and UK regulations while managing and enhancing our customers' experience addressing each case with precision and empathy.

Your responsibilities include but will not be limited to:

• Managing a portfolio of Life, Critical Illness, and/or disability related claims in line with Industry guidelines, UK legislation, and best practice claims management techniques
• Listening to our customers and helping to support them through our HALO claims service
• Building strong relationships with internal and external partners
• Supporting the growth and development of our disability claims management proposition

Who are we looking for?

In this role your skills and experience with Life, Critical Illness, and/or disability related claims will be crucial in identifying trends and contributing to the continuous improving and development of best practices.

• Experience managing all aspects of Life, Critical Illness, and/or disability related claims within an agreed claims authority
• A detailed knowledge of the UK protection insurance market and regulatory environment
• Great customer service skills with a passion and desire to achieve the best outcome for the customer

To support this experience, you’ll have special skills or qualities such as:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• A CII claims qualification, or similar, is desirable but not essential

What’s in it for you?

• Private Medical Insurance with rewards for yourself with discounted rates for your family members
• Competitive Company Pension Scheme
• Access to several employee discounted schemes to suit your lifestyle including but not limited to:
  • Private dental insurance
  • Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Comprehensive Europe and Worldwide Travel Insurance
  • Medical Cash Plan
  • Gym memberships
  • Access to 24/7 GP service for you and your family
  • 25 days holiday with the option to purchase more

This is an exciting time to be joining us with plenty of opportunity for professional growth we invite you to apply to become part of our award-winning team. 

Should you wish to learn more about the role, or have any questions, please contact our HR Team via hrservicedesk@puntersouthallgroup.com.