Claims Technician Latent Defects in England

Established in ****, McLarens is a premier independent global insurance services provider with a widespread global presence. Specialising in complex, commercial, and niche markets, the company offers comprehensive loss adjusting, claims, and risk management services, along with forensic technical services, auditing, and pre-risk surveying. McLarens' extensive global network allows for consistent service delivery to clients globally, while also providing localised expertise and responsive support.

Our seasoned adjusters boast an average of over 20 years of experience, catering to various industries with expertise in Property, Casualty, Crisis Management, Natural Resources, Construction Engineering, Agriculture, Aviation, Forensic Accounting, Investigation, Marine, FAJ Specie, Global TPA Services, and Environmental consulting services.

The professionals at McLarens live by a set of shared values that guide their actions and behaviours:

• EXCELLENCE – We aim for nothing less than the highest standards in everything we do.
• TEAMWORK – We work best when we work together with clients, colleagues, and suppliers alike.
• RESPECT – We are trusted to keep our promises, act with integrity, and treat people the right way.
• KNOWLEDGE – We know our market better than anyone, but still, we never stop developing.
• THOUGHT LEADERSHIP – We use inspired thinking and pioneering solutions to stay ahead in an ever-changing market.
• ACCOUNTABILITY – We move with urgency to deliver on our commitments and drive for results, even amid ambiguity.

Purpose: We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Claims Technician to join our London office. This is a home-based role. Reporting to a Senior Claims Technician and our Latent Defects Lead, you will be an active member of the support function within the Latent Defects team with the overall objective of providing effective support to Adjusters, aiding the efficiency and productivity in the handling of latent defect property claims.

Key Accountabilities:

• Administration of new claims including receiving instruction, issuing acknowledgments, setting up files and undertaking risk screening and triaging.
• Working closely with Adjusters to assist with investigation and validation enquiries.
• Controlling the lifecycle of the files to drive diary management and support the proactive management of claims from setting up to conclusion.
• Overseeing Adjuster caseloads when necessary during periods of leave.
• Liaising as required with the insured, insurers, and any other stakeholders to ensure optimum customer service, becoming a point of contact where needed for interested parties.
• Aiding the production of technical reports for Adjusters in compliance with professional standards and internal guidelines and in accordance with agreed timescales.
• Ensuring time reporting and billing is compliant with internal standards processing and systems.
• Developing and running management information for clients as well as for internal use, including performance measurement and data integrity reports.
• Ensuring company standards are met in relation to all technical and operational policies and procedures, including data protection and information security.