Claims Associate at Steamship Insurance Management Services Ltd

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Shipping Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Claims Handling, Communication Skills, Negotiating, Presenting, Reporting, Relationship Building, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Proactive, Teamwork, Claims Management, Loss Prevention, Legal Standards, Professional Development

Industry

Insurance

Description

About the company Steamship Mutual is a P&I insurance company, with 230 employees worldwide. The main office is based near Liverpool Street station, London. We have offices in Bermuda, Brazil, Cyprus, Greece, Hong Kong, New York, Japan, and Singapore. Overall Job Purpose: The role is based within the Americas Syndicate. The team looks after Members headquartered in Latin America but many of whom have business interests and subsidiaries worldwide. You will have responsibility for providing FDD/Defence advice and P&I claims handling service. The work of the team covers both FDD/Defence and P&I aspects, with an emphasis on FDD/Defence. The role will provide opportunities for travel. Key Responsibilities: To handle assigned claims in accordance with company procedures, provide advice on claims related issues and identify the need for loss prevention activity. Handling a wide range of P&I issues and a substantial Defence caseload, including complex and high value matters. Working with a high degree of independence, taking ownership and responsibility for your caseload, but seeking advice and supportive guidance from your Claims Manager or Claims Directors as appropriate. To promote the relationship between the Club and existing Members for which the claims team is responsible. To ensure that all electronic correspondence, whether received or sent, relating to claim files assigned to the individual is promptly and correctly filed in accordance with the agreed working practices and to maintain and keep updated such e:files. Capable of providing support to the Claims Manager and cover during periods of absence. Where appropriate, to assist in the development of the capabilities of Claims Executives and Assistants to maximise their potential. To contribute to the continuous development of company procedures and systems. To produce relevant articles for inclusion in Club publications. To support the Syndicate Underwriting objectives. To carry out any other duties that are within the scope of personal skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. To attend appropriate training and to develop relevant knowledge and skills. To perform any other ad hoc duties as required. Person Specification: Proven background in shipping litigation and dispute resolution, gained within a P&I club, insurer, law firm, ship owner, or ship agent. Degree educated preferred, but not essential. Excellent communication skills, including negotiating, presenting, and reporting (written and verbal). Ability to build and maintain effective business relationships at all levels, both internally and externally. Highly organised, motivated, and enthusiastic with an excellent attention to detail. Ability to deliver high quality work within agreed timeframes to and prioritise individual workload. Proactive and able to use own initiative. The ability to work with people at all levels and within a small team. Join Us at Steamship Mutual Become part of our collaborative, supportive, and friendly working environment, where you can enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities to enhance your existing skills and knowledge. We prioritise a healthy work-life balance and offer a competitive hybrid working policy. Our clear and transparent career pathways provide continuous support for skill enhancement and create opportunities for professional development. Additionally, we offer access to the Protection & Indemnity Qualification, created by the International Group of P&I Clubs. Our attractive benefits package includes private healthcare and a competitive wellbeing subsidy. Company Values Mutuality ensuring fairness amongst Club Members Integrity upholding high ethical, legal, and regulatory standards Safety and Sustainability contributing to safety of life at sea and the preservation of the environment Transparency building strong relationships based on trust and open communication Excellence enabling our people to realise their full potential as team members, industry experts, leaders, and managers Collaborative embracing flexibility, diversity, and inclusivity **Steamship Insurance Management Services Ltd is committed to providing a great service to all our members. We pride ourselves on offering a people-centred culture that provides mutual respect and support for all our staff and we welcome and encourage you to apply**

Responsibilities

The Claims Associate will handle assigned claims, provide advice on claims-related issues, and identify loss prevention needs. The role involves managing a substantial Defence caseload and promoting relationships with Club Members.