At a Glance
- Tasks: Support farmers by managing property claims and building relationships in the rural community.
- Company: Join Sedgwick, a caring company with a focus on meaningful work and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, private healthcare, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Comprehensive training and career development opportunities await you.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of farmers during challenging times.
- Qualifications: Full UK Driving Licence, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.
Get up close with the unique world of Agriculture and the Rural community.
Job Location: Northwest/West Midlands
Job Type: Permanent
Remuneration: Competitive salary taking into account skills, experience and qualifications
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Property Loss Adjuster within our Agriculture and Rural Network team based in the Northwest/West Midlands area. At Sedgwick, our Agriculture and Rural Network deals with a wide range of property claims coming from the rural community. Imagine stepping into farmers' lives during their toughest moments: From peril related damage to an isolated farmhouse, a hailstorm wrecking crops, a barn fire destroying a barn and farm equipment, livestock lost to disease and a wide range of diverse activities as the rural community reacts and evolves to modern times and ways of working.
You'll be the reassuring presence amidst the chaos, building relationships with customers, agricultural agencies and brokers then returning to your desk at Sedgwick or your laptop at home to compile comprehensive reports, managing claims from cradle to grave in accordance with client requirements.
We will consider candidates with no loss adjusting experience but with the right attributes and qualifications. The role may especially appeal to claims handlers currently in office based/desktop roles who wish to expand and develop their skills, experience and career.
The skills you will have when you apply:
- A full UK Driving Licence: It is essential you can travel by car.
- Experience with or knowledge of Insurance Claims.
- 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.
- Problem-solving abilities: You should be able to identify and solve problems efficiently as you’ll be dealing with property damage claims often involves complex situations and challenges.
- Time management: As you’ll be planning your own week you must effectively manage your time, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines. You will be required to handle multiple claims simultaneously.
What we’ll give you for this role:
- Competitive salary: Taking into account skills, experience and qualifications.
- Company car or monthly car allowance.
- A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP).
- Holiday allowance: 25 days plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working: From our office or your home.
Health & support:
- Private healthcare plan: Including pre-existing conditions.
- Life assurance.
- Employee assistance programme: For employee wellbeing.
- Wellbeing and digital GP apps.
- Group Income Protection.
Other benefits:
- Voluntary flexible benefits: Green car scheme, health assessment, travel insurance, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan.
- 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.
As part of our commitment to you, 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).
Agriculture and Rural Network Adjuster - Northwest in Birmingham employer: Sedgwick
Sedgwick UK is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and a collaborative work culture. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to mentoring, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes for clients and policyholders across the UK.
