Claims Assessor

Job Description

The Role:

We’re looking for a Claims Assessor to join our team at Agria Pet where you’ll be responsible for validating and assessing a variety of claims, accurately and efficiently, across a wide range of products.

Here at Agria, we pay 98% of our claims (which we think really makes us stand out from the crowd!) and we’re committed to putting our customers first. This role sits at the forefront of ensuring pet owners receive support when they need it most, so you’ll need a passion for providing fantastic customer service!

Ideally you’ll have experience of working within the pet insurance industry handling claims, or perhaps you’re a Veterinary Nurse looking for a change in career.

We have a hybrid approach to work and all attend the Aylesbury office every Wednesday.

The start date for this role is Tuesday 5th May and you will be required to attend a two week induction in the Aylesbury office when you start. You must be able to commit to this arrangement and start date in order to be considered for this role.

What you’ll be doing:

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• Accurately enter claims data onto our in-house system.
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• Validate and assess a variety of claims across a range of products.
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• Ensure a comprehensive understanding of Agria’s policy terms & conditions.
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• Research and request missing information to expedite prompt claims assessment.
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• Compose/edit correspondence ensuring all documentation is professional and correct.
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• Ensure that claims assessment service levels are adhered to.
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• Assess and complete the pre-authorisation of claims.
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• Handle all calls efficiently and professionally to agreed service standards.
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What we’re looking for:

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• Prior experience of working within the insurance and/or veterinary industries.
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• Strong customer service skills
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• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook.
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• Clear communicator, both verbal and written
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• Confident decision maker who can work from own initiative.
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• Effective questioning and listening skills, with the ability to quickly assimilate and retain detailed information.\n
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• A passion for pets!
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Why choose Agria Pet:

Agria Pet Insurance is one of the UK's leading specialist pet insurance providers. We only provide lifetime insurance for animals, so truly understand and care about our customers and their beloved pets - especially as most of our team are pet parents, and we're all animal-lovers. Our passion for pets means that we are trusted by The Royal Kennel Club, Lloyds and many other significant affinity partners to provide lifetime pet insurance in their names.

Working closely with animal welfare organisations, vets and breeders, gives us deep insight on what's best for pets. And we give back too - including supporting hundreds of animal rescues, protecting over 100,000 rescued animals, and through donations of over £2m to animal charities.

We are a strong, growing business, having doubled our GWP in the last 5 years, with a supportive ethos and family feel. We became one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ in 2023, 2024 and again in 2025, we have the top 4 slots on Which? Best Buy pet insurance, are ranked 4.8 on Trustpilot (higher than any other pet insurance provider) and we are extremely proud to be the only carbon negative pet insurer in the UK.

What we offer:

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• 25 days annual leave which increases with service, plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your Birthday
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• Opportunity to buy/sell up to 5 days annual leave per calendar year
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• Contributory pension and Life Assurance scheme
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• Access to 25% off insuring your pet with Agria. Friends and family are also entitled to a discount too
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• We aim to support the health and wellbeing of all our colleagues so you’ll have access to a Health Cash Plan, mental health support and health and wellbeing platforms, including Headspace
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• Free tickets to a huge variety of pet related events
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