Insurance Officer

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has a new opportunity for an Insurance Officer to join our team based in Prescot, near Liverpool. As Insurance Officer, you will assist with the running of our insurance policies across the group.

There will be training available for the right candidate to help them develop the skills needed for the role as well as opportunities to gain relevant insurance qualifications.

You will support the implementation of a global insurance policy framework that meets the group's requirements. Working as part of the Risk team with other key stakeholders to ensure that insurance and risk standards are maintained and replicated across the group.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed & carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

Primary Duties

• Provide project assistance, supporting the success of the business’ global insurance objectives
• Administration of its insurance policies including insurance renewals, mid term adjustments and ensuring programme is maintained to minimise the exposure to financial loss and liability
• Provide support to the business with general insurance queries on UK and global insurance policies
• Audit of UK and global insurance arrangements to ensure they meet the Group standard and that there are no gaps in our portfolio
• Claims handling - cost effective management of general insurance claims including making liability decisions that support the business.
• Assisting with major loss and specialist insurance claims ensuring compliance
• Supporting claims handling of overseas entities
• Supporting a lessons learned process that supports continuous improvement
• Support the Risk team on day to day tasks and project work when required
• Assist management with Ad-Hoc projects as required by the business.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Strong team player with a collaborative work ethic and interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills both verbal and written
• Results orientated, focused on delivering defined KPI’s
• Strong relationship building skills
• Able to demonstrate solid analytical skills to support recommendations
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment with an appreciation of varying professional disciplines
• Good organisational and planning skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond effectively to changing priorities
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team to defined timescales
• Report writing ability
• Presentation skills
• IT literate to intermediate level of Microsoft Office packages
• Overseas travel may be a requirement for this role

Advantageous

• Prior experience of working for the insurance sector or experience in the inspection and analysis industry
• IT literate to intermediate level of Google applications
• Additional languages including Latin American Spanish

What are the benefits?

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We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match including pension, life assurance and an employee assistance programme.