Claims Handler in Reading, Berkshire

Salary: £24,500 per annum

Location: Reading

Working Hours: This is a full-time role (35 hours per week) with flexible shift patterns:

• Early Shift: 8am - 4pm
• Mid Shift: 10am - 6pm
• Late Shift: 12pm - 8pm

About the Role:

As a Claims Handler you'll be at the heart of the operations. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Handle new claim notifications via telephone in line with company procedures and service standards.
• Deliver a consistently high level of customer service across all inbound and outbound calls.
• Assess liability and manage claims within delegated authority levels.
• Effectively prioritise and manage workload to maintain quality and productivity.
• Ensure all claims and administrative processes are completed accurately and in line with best practice.
• Identify and flag potentially fraudulent claims at the earliest opportunity.
• Escalate complex queries to management when required.
• Support with additional tasks and projects as needed.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• Excellent Customer Service Skills: Ability to empathise and engage with customers.
• Strong Telephone Manner: A confident and friendly phone presence.
• Literacy and Numeracy Skills: For processing claims accurately.
• Time Management & Organisation: You'll need to manage your workload efficiently.
• Good Communication Skills: Able to collate information and convey it clearly.
• Computer Literate: Comfortable using various software and systems.

What's in it for You?

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home.
• Free Bus Pass: For you and your family upon joining!
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Health Benefits: Basic health insurance cover after probation, with an option to upgrade.
• Exclusive Discounts: On high street brands, supermarkets, holidays, and cinema tickets.
• Travel Benefits: Discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote a healthy lifestyle!
• Shares Scheme & Pension: Secure your future with our generous pension plan.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Access to 24/7 mental health support.
• Discretionary annual bonus

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