Third Party Claims Team Leader

Hastings Direct ,
Leicester, Leicestershire
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Third Party Claims Team Leader to be responsible for limiting our indemnity spend by working with their team to monitor hire durations and the cost of hires and repairs. Making commercial decisions to protect our spend and resolve claims quickly and cost effectively will be something you do on a daily basis, so you need to have a good head for numbers and a good grasp of the technical elements of a claim. You role remit will include; Ensure that your team achieves all quality and customer outcomes, as agreed with your line manager Embedding a coaching and performance management culture within your team, also creating the time, space and confidence for your team to go above and beyond for customers To delight customers in each and every interaction You will grow yourself so that you grow the skills and capabilities in each of your team members To ensure that the operational goals of your department are met, with an oversight of customer delivery metrics and colleagues adherence to plan Reduction of inbound contact by delivering an effective case management strategy Improvement of net promoter scores across all aspects of claim journey You will have shared accountability for reduction in hire duration and indemnity spend reduction across the function. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Skills Strong leadership skills Strong coaching skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent customer service skills Excellent time management and influencing ability Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders Proven ability of managing a busy workload, and prioritising when needed Knowledge & Experience Experience of leading an operational team Track record of building high levels of engagement to deliver exceptional customer and colleague outcomes Experience of delivering world beating customer service Working in a claims management environment Knowledge of motor claims repair and total loss processes B enefits Please find some of the great benefits we offer here at Hastings Direct; A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package which we can share upon shortlisting, please contact for more information A friendly, dynamic and flexible environment with a test-and-learn culture Structured career path that rewards achievements and focuses on development Broad exposure to senior management and ability to contribute to real change Up to 5% bonus earning potential 25 days holiday Life assurance Competitive pension Flexible benefits - buy or sell holidays Discounted Hastings Direct products Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks.