Our growing Household Claims department are looking for enthusiastic, customer centric staff to join the team as Household Claims Handlers.
You will support our customers through the claims journey where this has significantly impacted their day-to-day life.
As a Household Claims Handler, you will be responsible for dealing with customers new and existing claim enquiries, ensuring we are working to strict deadlines and targets, and creating a positive work culture.
Role: Household Claims Handler Type: Mid to Senior position - Minimum 2 years experience within Insurance Claims Location: Liverpool (Mersey Chambers Office) / Hybrid Working hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours between 9:00am and 5:30pm Salary: Between £25,000.00 - £29,000.00 DOE and a potential annual bonus of up to £2,000.00 paid monthly What you will be doing: Setting up new Household claims (FNOL), capturing accurate information and establishing the facts of the incident/peril from the caller/customer Accurately checking all details of a claim after every call Managing a varied (accidental damage, fire, theft, escape of water etc.)
portfolio of claims from FNOL stage through to settlement/conclusion Identifying and investigating potentially fraudulent claims Instructing and liaising with our third-party suppliers to ensure they have all relevant information to handle a claim, chasing for responses if required and ensuring all relevant documentation is obtained prior to settlement Ensuring underwriter requirements are checked at claim inception and throughout the lifecycle of the claim Proactively managing customer/third party expectations including appropriate signposting if applicable Providing proactive and correct assessments with regards to indemnity positions Accurate quantum assessment of claims presented using the relevant tools available to assist Application of accurate reserves in line with company guidelines Adherence to best practice and key strategies Effective file and portfolio management Any other Ad hoc task as the needs of the business dictate What we're looking for: Ability to work in a culture of openness, trust and respect with a team player attitude Minimum of two years claims handling experience (Motor, Household, EL/PL etc.)
Ability to interpret policy wording, terms and conditions and endorsements Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Good written and verbal communication skills including rapport building Strong organisation skills with the ability to prioritise tasks Ability to fact find and analyse information resulting in accurate decision making About Acorn Insurance We are a growing business with great opportunities to build your knowledge of the financial services industry.
As a specialist insurance provider, we have 40 years of experience helping people secure motor insurance across all of the UK.
We help more than 50,000 customers to find a policy that meets their needs and gives them the peace of mind that comes with high-quality insurance.
At Acorn Insurance we provide full training and continuous coaching inhouse you will be given full in-depth FCA regulated industry knowledge and have all the tools necessary to help you personally grow your career with the business.
We celebrate difference and it's important to us that we have a culture where our people feel respected and valued for who they are.
We pride ourselves on being accessible and encourage inclusive environments where our people can always give and show the very best of themselves.
Why Acorn Insurance?
Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career.
So, what can we offer you as an employer?
Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Additional Buy & Sell Holidays Company Sick Pay Scheme Company Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave Generous Company Pension Scheme A comprehensive Mental Health support system via the health assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) A wide network of mental health first aiders.
Our very own reward and discount platform "Your tomorrow" Fresh fruit Deliveries twice a week £250 Refer a friend bonus Cycle to work scheme Free eye test vouchers and a contribution towards the frames Regular Employment Engagement including ongoing competitions with fantastic prizes Charity fundraising events All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard.
Unfortunat e ly, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships.
At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment.
We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements.
Whether it's modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.