FD&D Claims Solicitor (Americas, UK & Ireland)

Salary: Starting from £44,000, depending on experienceLocation: UK - London or Newcastle upon TynePublishedPublished10 days agoClosingClosingin 5 daysThis is a Permanent , Full Time vacancy.The VacancyRole Purpose:The role involves ensuring smooth and cost-effective resolutions for a variety of FDandD claims, while building and maintaining strong relationships with Members and brokers. Collaboration is key, as you''ll work closely with different functions like PandI Claims, Loss Prevention, and Underwriting. You''ll also be involved in preparing reports, assisting with audits, and supporting business development activities.Key ResponsibilitiesHandling a high-volume and variety of FDandD claims for owners and charterers in accordance with the FDandD policies and procedures; ensuring claims are resolved in an efficient and cost-effective manner.Managing relationships with Members and brokers, ensuring they receive the highest levels of service.Close collaboration with colleagues working within the PandI Claims, Loss Prevention, and Underwriting functions in terms of claims handling, identifying risk trends, and relationship management.Preparing agendas, reports, and informing the sector of any significant developments, as required by functional or sector management.Assisting with audits and peer reviews and assisting to develop and improve claims handling and operational processes, as required.Working closely with the Head of FDandD Claims and other colleagues, as required, to support any business development activities and networking with Members and customers (locally and overseas).Supporting the sector to build and maintain a high-performing and inclusive team environmentwhile collaborating with our enabling functions.Acquiring and maintaining a good understanding of, and acting in accordance with, company-wide, functional, and sectoral rules, policies, guidelines, and procedures.Actively contributing to claims initiatives and Expertise Teams, as required.About youSkills/Qualifications/ExperienceEngland and Wales qualified Solicitor or overseas equivalent, 2-3 years PQEBasic understanding of FDandD type claims and the PandI insurance industrySome understanding of FDandD RulesBasic knowledge of shipping terms and common ship operationsSome experience in either handling shipping disputes in litigation (in either court or arbitration) or equivalent experience in commercial litigationIT Literate with the ability to quickly adapt to new systemsEfficient and effective administration skillsAbility to assist with cases in a controlled, efficient and cost-effective mannerGood planning and organisational skills with the ability to cope with demanding workloadsThe Company

Welcome to NorthStandard, one of the largest and most influential marine insurers in the International Group.We''re more than just a workplace. We''re a global community of passionate maritime professionals driven and defined by our empowered, inquisitive, courageous and giving principles, and our commitment to excellence.We believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive and dynamic work environment where everyone can be themselves, thrive, and contribute their unique talents to delivering our best for colleagues, members, customers, and the communities we serve.You will be empowered to focus on your progression, have access to development opportunities designed to fast-track your career from the day you start, and the ability to contribute to and shape our employee experience. In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while benefitting from a hybrid approach in our collaborative office spaces around the world.We’re committed to continuous learning and development, building long-lasting internal and external relationships, and driving service excellence.The BenefitsThe usual stuffThe usual stuffA competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus plan and benefit arrangements for everyone.Flexible workingWe offer a best in market hybrid working policy and are open to considering a range of flexible opportunities. This includes job-sharing, part-time roles and remote working.Taking care of youTaking care of youOur people are the most important part of our club and we constantly strive for our culture and working environment to show how much we value the contribution you make. We do this through our Employee Resource Groups, learning and development opportunities, inclusive policies and our Employee Assistance Programmes.Social eventsSocial eventsWe host a range of get-togethers throughout the year as we believe that bringing our people together is a great way to motivate each other, inspire success, and build a stronger foundation for the cub.The ValuesEmpowered

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