Senior Claims Specialist - Natural Resources

London

To be responsible for market-leading, proactive handling of claims within authority for Natural Resources classes, with accountability of certain class claims if required; ensuring that the best outcomes are achieved consistently for our clients and business and aligning to MS Amlin Values.

To provide consistent delivery of a TRUSTed, first-class claims experience to clients, brokers and internal stakeholders in adherence with all MS Amlin policies, procedures, controls and our claims philosophy – deputising for Claims Leadership or Management, as requested.

About The Job

While there is rarely a typical day, here's a snapshot of some of the key parts of the job:

• To dynamically handle claims, leading the market, arising from responsible line of business (and arising from other classes where appropriate as per business requirements), from FNOL to settlement, with due consideration of subrogation/contribution where appropriate, to ensure consistent delivery of superior level of claims service and proactive claims resolution.
• To actively monitor claims to ensure early ‘best estimate’ reserves are in place, valid claims are settled promptly with a tight control of costs throughout lifecycle
• To ensure all claims handling responsibilities adhere to MS Amlin procedures, controls and Lloyd’s/FCA/PRA/J-SOX regulatory requirements and individual performance results in ‘green’ Claims KPIs
• To role model and promote a respectful culture of open communication, collaboration, dynamic claims adjustment and continuous improvement - sharing knowledge with team and colleagues - to foster consistent superior service delivery and optimal working environment for all.
• To deputise for claims manager and other senior claims team members, as required and requested.
• To provide specialist knowledge to clients and business to inform better business decisions and help clients prevent and mitigate losses.
• To provide Claims thought leadership and ‘lead indicator’ insights, verbally and via formal reporting requirements, through knowledge and analysis of claims data (as well as providing input reserving process from claims perspective) to facilitate better business decisions
• To work together with responsible underwriters to create a compelling proposition to attract and retain desired business and provide support, as required, to our client partners
• To build strong relationships with our broker partners, understanding their requirements, gaining feedback to improve service delivery and strengthen relationships with co-insurers, as needed, to positively influence
• To proactively achieve claims team strategic objectives and participate in business modernization to transform current claims proposition towards our vision for a TRUSTed, market-leading claims proposition
• To understand, where relevant, all requirements around delegated claims procedures and oversight and treat all service providers and experts as extension of our team.
• To act as ambassador of our company, raising our profile in the market and proactively strengthening our claims reputation

In addition to your key responsibilities, you will be expected to:

• Service-orientated - passionate about claims resolution and client experience
• Exceptional communication skills – ability to positively influence actions and decisions, collaborate, negotiate confidently and actively listen, both face-to-face and via virtual media.
• Strong ability to build trust and manage relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• Decision-making - proven sound judgement and decision-making capability, even under time-pressure
• Problem-solving – ability to break down complex issues and spot trends, patterns and interdependencies
• High-performance mentality – self-motivated, outcome-driven with energy and determination to succeed in a fast–paced environment of business transformation
• Growth Mindset – desire for continuous improvement of self, team-members and claims service to be their ‘best version’; actively seeking out ways to modernize and improve our service and being flexible to change in line with our clients’ and business’ evolving requirements

What You'll Need

Experience:

• Well-reputed, proven (c. 8+ years’) experience in leading market in resolving Natural Resources claims globally, including strong relationships with relevant experts, brokers and co-insurers
• Degree/CII or similar professional qualification (desirable) or willingness to work towards
• Firm understanding of key principles and practices of London Market
• London Market Claims System & Microsoft Office Knowledge e.g. ECF, Excel
• Account/portfolio management experience
• Willingness to travel and attend client events

MS Amlin Claims Philosophy

Our corporate purpose is to provide ‘continuity in an uncertain world’. MSAmlin Claims provides this for our clients and the business through the consistent delivery of our Claims Philosophy – a service you can TRUST. TRUST represents our 5 service commitments – Transparency, Responsiveness, Understanding, Solution-driven and Technical expertise – which our clients can rely on as our team ‘live and breathe’ them on a daily basis.

Transparency We openly communicate and consistently deliver on our promise to pay valid claims promptly

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What Can You Expect From Us?

As well as a competitive base salary and performance-related discretionary bonus, here is a link to our employee benefits - Benefits of working at MS Amlin | MS Amlin

Hybrid Working

At MS Amlin we operate a hybrid working model to empower our people with flexibility to blend where they work. We value collaboration and believe that we work better together, and our teams typically spend 3 days a week in the office.

About MS Amlin

MS Amlin is a leading (re)insurer and part of the global MS&AD Group, with operations across Lloyd's of London, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. With over 120 years of experience, we support businesses facing complex and demanding risks, providing continuity in an uncertain world. Our expertise covers Property, Casualty, Marine, Crisis Management, Natural Resources and Reinsurance, backed by strong underwriting capabilities and deep sector knowledge. At the core of our claims service is TRUST: Transparency, Responsiveness, Understanding, Solution-driven thinking and Technical expertise. This defines how we manage claims and build lasting relationships.

We will build a workplace where all talent is welcomed, and everyone has the opportunity to influence how the business works. We have dedicated employee resource groups that support our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals.