Your new company
Hays is seeking a meticulous and dedicated Insurance Officer to join a well-established client based in Middlesbrough.
As part of a collaborative Insurance Team of five, reporting to the Head of Insurance, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of the Group's insurance programmes.

This position involves working closely with internal departments and external partners to support a broad range of insurance, contracting, and risk management activities.This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional looking to contribute to a dynamic team environment. The role offers a competitive salary and the flexibility of hybrid working.

Your new role

Partnering with the wider business providing advice on insurance queries, articulating coverage and programme challenges, as well as inputting into business initiatives from an insurance and risk management perspective.
Reviewing insurance policy coverage and collating data for the placement of insurance.
Claims management, making informed liability decisions and attending claims meetings with brokers and insurers, as well as management of claims reserves working with the finance function.
Facilitating discussions in regard to loss prevention activities.
Supporting and mentoring team members on insurance technical issues.What you'll need to succeed

Experience in a similar role or has worked within a claims, broking or underwriting capacity in the industry.
Insurance qualification to Chartered Insurance Institute or above preferred or a minimum of 3 years Insurance Broking or in-house experience in a similar environment.
Strong analytical and decision-making skills and a proactive approach to risk management and claims handling.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high quality documents and engage at all levels throughout the organisation.
Good IT skills, including the use of spreadsheets, as this client is looking to implement a new ERP system.
Ability to think creatively and problem solve from an insurable risk and policy wordings perspective.
Ability to deliver to deadlines and prioritise competing demands.What you'll get in return

25 days holiday
Paid maternity
Paternity and adoption leave
Life insurance
A generous sick pay scheme
Cycle to work scheme
What you need to do now

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