Claims Adjuster - Remote working

Why join us?

DWF are looking for a Claims adjuster with an early / working knowledge of the Insurance (or Reinsurance) market to join our London Markets team in the UK. As a Claims Adjuster, you will have responsibility for managing a portfolio of US Casualty and US Property reinsurance claims plus other jurisdictions. You will work closely with your manager and other members of the team ensuring a high level of quality and integrity of claims handling.

You will interact and collaborate with internal stakeholders such as claims adjusters, underwriters, actuaries, finance, etc as well as building and developing constructive working relationships with external stakeholders such as brokers and cedents. You will operate in a highly collaborative team environment to achieve shared corporate strategies and objectives.

This role is offering Remote work with some travel to the office may be required on occasions.

• Day-to-day handling of a portfolio of US Casualty and US Property claims including coverage analysis, investigation, evaluation, reserving and settlement all in accordance with Global Claims Handling guidelines, service standards and regulations.
• Ensure reserving philosophy is adhered to and reserves booked are in compliance with company protocols.
• Collaborate with Underwriting and Actuarial teams in connection with claim issues, trends, review of reinsurance contract language and service standards.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers and market peers.
• Monitor trends and developments in US Casualty and US Property claims and keep underwriters and actuaries up to date.
• Keep up to date with legal developments, i.e. relevant case law; new and developing precedents; changes in legislation that impacts the portfolios.
• Collaborate with members of the Global claims team on common claims and internal processes to ensure consistency.

• Some previous experience within the Insurance industry.
• Excellent analytical skills, problem-solving and sound judgments, including review of data and other types of business information, trends and drawing supported conclusion based on the data
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to operate in a collaborative environment whilst also being able to work independently to manage a portfolio of claims.

• Familiar with London Market systems such as Write-Back / ECF2 and DOCOsoft
• Previous claims experience within the Reinsurance industry.
• Any experience with US Casualty and US Property claims would be advantageous
• Proficient with all Microsoft products particularly Excel and knowledge of basic formulas and pivot tables with ability to manipulate and summarise data

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family.

In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well‑being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.