Insurance Officer

1 year Contract, Hybrid workingJOB PURPOSE:Liability investigations including travel to and from site meetings and case management of personal injury claims in accordance with the Ministry of Justice Civil Procedures Rules to deliver effective and efficient financial outcomes. This includes determination of legal liability, assessment of damages and communication / negotiation with third party legal representatives utilising the MOJ claims portal.It is acknowledged that as prior experience working in law is not essential for this role, training will provided on claims handling and the areas of law. Initially this will focus on Property/Housing claims and Highways claims with the view to expand knowledge further in due course. We are committed to the development of the Insurance Officer and we would seek to ensure that they have the adequate training and experience to progress to a Senior Insurance Officer (Grade E) through the appraisal process and diversity of claims experience. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:Determining if the appropriate legal protocol has been met by solicitors or litigants in person and communication of those findings within the timescales set under the Civil Procedure rulesTo ensure claims are registered with CRIF and Compensation Recovery Unit (CRU) and that CRU updated upon settlement or closure of the case.Undertake timely investigations to determine acceptance or denial of legal liability in accordance with the timeframes determined by the Civil Procedure ..... full job details .....