Location: Huddersfield with hybrid working.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday between 8:00-18:00, with the occasional Saturday shift.
Do you have experience in third-party motor claims?
Do you want to join a growing organisation that will invest in your career development? We have just the role for you...
The Claims Management team play a crucial role in accurately assessing incident liability and managing repair processes, while maintaining a strong focus on operational targets. Joining us as a Third-Party Defence Handler, you will reduce claim costs by closely managing the claim lifecycle, all while delivering a friendly and efficient service. You will interact with a diverse range of people, allowing you to adapt your approach and provide a personalised experience to our clients.
In our defence team you will be responsible for managing your own caseload of third-party motor claims from notification to settlement. You will economically look to settle claims on best possible terms and avoid any unnecessary litigation, make credit hire negotiations, and handle personal injury claims (OIC/MOJ).
Join FMG as a ThirdParty Defence Handler and enjoy some outstanding benefits ...
Of course, there's a great basic salary, but that's just the beginning, our most popular benefits include ...
Salary - £22,369.35 to £25,752.12 per annum, based on experience.
Bonus - Earn up to £2,600 per year (paid quarterly) based on your individual and business performance.
Hybrid working - You'll be provided with a company laptop on completion of your probationary period and once you're competent in the role you'll have the flexibility to work from home. Our colleagues typically spend around 50% of their time working in the office.
Annual Leave - Start with 24 days, increasing to 26 days with service. Of course, you'll have public holidays too and an extra day's leave to celebrate your birthday!
Pension - employer contributions of 3%.
Financial Benefits - Enjoy the security of free life assurance, a save-as-you-earn scheme, an employee referral scheme (earning £1,000 per referral), and our Benefits App with discounts and cashback at top retailers like Tesco, Asda, Currys, B&Q, and Wickes.
Wellbeing Services - Access our colleague assistance programme with 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy plus cycle to work, eyecare vouchers, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan and Travel Insurance.
Community - Great working environment in our new offices with fantastic modern break out areas, free car parking, onsite canteen, kitchen facilities, TV area, and shower facilities for those that want to take advantage of the cycle to work scheme.
FMGive - Ditch the desk and have a fully paid working day each year dedicated to volunteering support for our amazing local charities! Not to mention getting involved in our fantastic fundraising events that regularly take place in and out of the office.
Motoring Benefits - Take advantage of exclusive employee vehicle-leasing schemes, discounted repairs, and reduced rates on weekend car and van hires.
Wagestream - A free financial wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay, helps you save, provides financial advice and offers even more discounts on your shopping.
Training and professional development - We provide classroom-based technical training for 3 weeks, after which you will be supported by coaches and your team leader in a dedicated space, to help you learn the role throughout your probation. Following that, you will join our operational areas and continue to develop your career, with ongoing support and performance reviews led by your new team leader.
About You
- First and foremost, you will have a good understanding of the insurance claims industry and have ideally knowledge of credit hire and personal injury claims.
- You'll be highly conscientious and self-motivated.
- You'll have strong questioning and negotiation skills and be able to effectively take ownership for and prioritise your workload.
- You'll be ambitious in wanting to learn and develop their knowledge of motor claims and fleet management.
About Us
FMG is the UK's leading independent provider of fleet incident management and specialist vehicle recovery services. We provide outsourced incident management support, specialist rapid response and recovery management to a wide range of insurers and blue light services.
We put our customers at the heart of everything we do, making their lives easier and taking the stress out of accidents. Our commitment to customer service is what sets us apart.
We're also part of something bigger – ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.
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