Job Title: Home Claims Health and Safety Manager  

Location: Leicester, London or Bexhill (all hybrid, with excellent flexibility)
  

Welcome to Hastings Direct  

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We’ve made huge investments in our data and tech capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture. We’re proud of the journey we’re on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. 

We provide insurance for over four million customers, but we know there’s even bigger opportunity out there. The fact you’re now reading this job advert means we’ve tempted you to find out more about #lifeatHD – we really hope you like what you see, and you’ll join us to share in the success of the exciting chapter that lies ahead.  

We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they feel they tick every box. If you’re excited about joining us and think you have some of what we’re looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure we would love to hear from you. 

Role overview   

We’re looking for a Health & Safety, Building Safety Act and CDM expert to lead and support all areas of our growing Home Claims department. You’ll make sure our Health and Safety and CDM requirements, controls, measures and assurance are clear, practical and working effectively across every element of Home Claims activity and our supply chain.

Job details – you’ll need to have demonstrable experience in: 

• Acting as the lead subject matter expert for Health and Safety, Building Safety Act and CDM requirements across Home Claims, providing clear advice, leadership and support
• Owning and maintaining the Home Claims Health and Safety and CDM framework, ensuring policies, accountabilities, operational controls, risk management and escalation routes remain effective and fit for purpose
• Leading regulatory, audit and review actions, embedding improvements into sustainable business as usual controls and ways of working
• Developing and overseeing assurance, reporting and MI, using insights to monitor compliance, identify emerging risks and driving continuous improvement
• Strengthening Health and Safety and CDM standards across suppliers and contractors, covering due diligence, onboarding, contractual requirements, governance and ongoing assurance
• Building Health and Safety capability across Home Claims through practical guidance, role-based training and clear competency expectations, while providing effective oversight and constructive challenge

Essential skills/experience:   

• Deep practical knowledge of construction Health and Safety and CDM requirements, gained in property, building repairs, insurance or a contractor-led environment
• Solid experience translating technical or regulatory requirements into clear, workable controls and guidance
• Experience of risk, controls, audit or assurance – including supplier/contractor oversight
• Experience of working within an insurer or similarly regulated industry, with strong knowledge of governance, regulatory compliance, supplier oversight, risk management and assurance frameworks
• Strong ability to act as the expert in Health and Safety, with the ability to influence at all levels and challenge constructively when requirements are not being met
• A practical, collaborative and customer-focused approach with strong judgement and clear communication skills

The interview process

• Recruiter intro/screening call   

• 1st stage interview with our Field Operations Manager 

• 2nd interview with one of our Head’s of 

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are fully inclusive – what this means to you is if you’re applying for a job with us, you’ll have fair access to support and adjustments throughout your recruitment journey. We also welcome applications through the Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For more information on the DCS, please visit our inclusive business page on our career's website.  

Regrettably we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Benefits: in addition to a competitive salary and £5k car allowance you will also receive…  

Flexible working – we champion a flexible hybrid working approach – please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail  

Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus  

Physical wellbeing – as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen  

Financial wellbeing – as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award-winning package which includes – discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support  

Mental wellbeing programme – we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs  

There's more! – 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more...

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe by creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, we’ll deliver good outcomes for every customer, helping us to grow the company profitably and sustainably and allowing us to invest in the communities we serve. 

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.

At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.

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