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Job Details
- Job Title:
Insurance Officer - Job Reference:
GO1475823EdiIO - Location:
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Salary:
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We are looking to recruit an Insurance Officer in our Head Office Insurance Team, on a full-time basis.
This role would be ideal for someone working within a legal, insurance or broker claims environment looking to advance their career and knowledge; or someone within these sectors looking to specialise in claims handling.
Responsibilities of the role:
Reporting to our Insurance Manager, the Insurance Officer’s main tasks will include:-
- Proactive handling of Third Party Damage & Injury claims for the Company, within the terms of our insurance arrangements & departmental financial limits. The postholder will deal with all aspects of claims from intimation to conclusion.
- Maintaining caseload of higher value recovery cases, while providing support for the own damage recovery process & administrative assistance as required.
- Assisting with Operational Risk projects, preparing statistical reports & analysis & assisting other Depts. with liability or incident related queries.
- Deputising for the Insurance Manager, as required.
Requirements for the role:
- Whilst full training will be provided in claims handling procedures, experience of working in an insurance, legal or broker environment is essential, with claims handling knowledge or experience advantageous.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written, as well as strong organisational skills, attention to detail & a high level of accuracy.
- ACII qualification (or legal equivalent), or progression towards same, would be advantageous.
What we can offer you:
- 36.5 hours per week, generally Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm. Occasional flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the Dept. & business.
- Competitive salary, reflective of experience
- 35 days' annual leave
- FREE travel across our bus and tram network
- 90% discounted travel for a friend or family member
- Continual training and development
- Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee benefits, discounts and rewards
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for this role.
CLOSING DATE – Friday 30th January 2026.
