Job Title: Claims Handler

Location: Sevenoaks

Salary: £24,255 to £25,876 OTE* including £4,200 performance related bonus per annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About Acorn Insurance

We are a growing business with great opportunities to build your knowledge of the financial services industry. As a specialist insurance provider, we have over 40 years of experience helping people secure motor insurance across all of the UK. We help more than 50,000 customers to find a policy that meets their needs and gives them the peace of mind that comes with high-quality insurance.

At Acorn Insurance we provide full training and continuous coaching inhouse you will be given full in-depth FCA regulated industry knowledge and have all the tools necessary to help you personally grow your career with the business.

We celebrate difference and it’s important to us that we have a culture where our people feel respected and valued for who they are. We pride ourselves on being accessible and encourage inclusive environments where our people can always give and show the very best of themselves.

The First Notification of Loss department is a fast paced and energetic department where no two days are the same. We are looking for people with excellent customer service, response and resolution skills, who will treat our customer fairly with empathy and respect.

As an FNOL Handler you are the first point of contact for our customers, you will ensure the delivery of excellent customer service by providing relevant and accurate information to every customer, based on your professional expertise and training that will be provided in house.

This is a fantastic role to start or enhance your career within the Insurance sector. Located in an amazing city centre location with fantastic views, transport links and very close to shops, restaurants, and many tourist attractions.

What you will be doing:

Providing a professional and proactive response in assessing claims in line with policy and procedure
Providing an empathetic service to clients who have been involved in road traffic incidents
Liaise with external companies and internal departments in a timely and professional manner in order to effectively process the customers claim notification
To resolve any issues avoiding expressions of dissatisfaction escalating into complaints
Handle First Notification of Loss (FNOL) calls, entering relevant claims details
To monitor and manage claims ensuring all services are provided in an agreed timescale
Assessing new claims in accordance with policy terms and conditions
Identify and initiate any potential recoveries from 3rd parties
Handle any complaints in line with FCA guidelines
Identifying key requirements for replacement vehicles
Work to agreed SLA’s and KPI’s

What we’re looking for:

Excellent customer service skills
Naturally empathetic and the ability to connect with people
Quick fast paced problem-solving ability
Positive can-do attitude
Good IT skills and a confident communicator
Motivated self-starter
Passionate about working as part of a team
Have the ability to make fast, informed decisions
Good sales, negotiation and persuasion skills
Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with a strong attention to detail
Have a desire to develop skills and experience within the insurance industry
The Ability to deal with challenging customers and third party insurers

Why Acorn Insurance?

Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the “your tomorrow” benefits you will receive include:

Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)

Additional Buy & Sell Holidays
Company Sick Pay Scheme
Company Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
Generous Company Pension Scheme
High Street vouchers and discounts
Fresh fruit Deliveries twice a week*
£250 Refer a friend bonus.
Cycle to work scheme.
Free eye test vouchers and a contribution towards the frames
Free self-development & qualifications via Magpie Learning
A comprehensive Mental Health support a wide network of mental health first aiders and free counselling sessions
Regular Employment Engagement including ongoing competitions with fantastic prizes.
Charity fundraising events

Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Customer Claims Executive, Claims Account Manager, Claims Customer Service, Case Handler, Customer Claims Handler, Claims Advisor, Claims Assistant will all be considered.