Domestic Major Loss Adjuster - Oxford / Berkshire

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Domestic Major Loss Adjuster - Oxford / Berkshire

Job Location : Oxford / Berkshire

Job Type : Permanent

Remuneration : Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications

We have a fantastic opportunity for Domestic Major Loss Adjusters in Oxford / Berkshire.

As a Domestic Major Loss Adjuster, you'll be at the forefront of major and complex losses. Based across Oxford / Berkshire, you'll manage cases exceeding £100,000. You will work with internal and external specialists, so excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate various parties, strategic thinking, and expert negotiation is essential.

Most of our adjusters adopt a mix of home and office-based working throughout the week which helps support a healthy work / life balance, and you will have dedicated office-based technical and managerial support.

This role demands a keen eye for detail, a compassionate heart, and a strategic mind. If you thrive on challenges and want to make a tangible difference, this could be your next step.

Why Choose Us?

Hourly chargeable rates : Our services are charged on an hourly rate.

Collaborative Environment :  As a Domestic Major Loss Adjuster, you'll receive support from an Adjusting Executive who will collaborate with you on cases.

Professional Development : We are committed to helping you achieve Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters' qualifications as well as progression within the business.

The skills you will have when you apply :

A full UK Driving Licence : It is essential you can travel by car

Demonstrable experience of handling complex and major domestic losses in excess of £100,000 on a chargeable time basisor a keen desire to progress to this level

Dip CILA / ACILA status (or working towards this qualification).

Excellent communication skills : You'll speak with and write to policyholders, insurers, contractors, and more. You’ll explain complex details clearly, and negotiate fair settlements for all.

What is helpful, but not vital, in your application

Use of Apple software such as iPads, or other tablets

The skills that will be developed once working :

We will provide all the Sedgwick specific training you need to thrive in this role

What we’ll give you for this role :

Remuneration & more

Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications

Company Car Scheme or cash allowance

A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)

Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays

Flexible working from our office or your home

Health & support

Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)

Employee assistance programme for employee wellbeing

Life assurance

Group Income Protection

Other benefits

Voluntary benefits – dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, wellbeing and digital GP applications

Discounts on various products and services

This isn't just a position, it's a pivotal role in shaping our industry

At Sedgwick, you won't just build your career; you'll cultivate a team of experts. Our Sedgwick University offering empowers you to excel as well as your team members, with the most comprehensive training program in the industry which includes more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue formal education.

Together, we're not only reshaping the insurance landscape, we’re building a legacy of talent. Come and be a catalyst for change within our industry.

Next steps for you :

Think we'd be a great match? Apply now – we want to hear from you.

If you’re unsure whether you have all the skills needed then do apply – we are looking for all backgrounds from seasoned professionals to those returning to the workforce, and everyone in-between.

Not only that, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital / family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.

After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.