Insurance Claims Handler

  • MTrec Recruitment
  • Wallsend, Tyne And Wear
  • Mar 17, 2026
Full time Insurance

Job Description

The Rewards and Benefits on offer;

  • Supportive team culture.
  • Development and progression opportunities.
  • A role where your decisions make a real impact.
  • Monday - Friday 9.00 - 5.00 (1 hour for lunch)
  • 25 days holidays + bank holidays increasing to 28 after 5 years
  • Pension - Employee 5% and Employer 3%
  • Parking on site
  • Death in service 3 times salary
  • Employee Assistance programme
  • Discount platform
  • Day off for your birthday
  • Free flu jabs for anyone that wants to have them
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice Season ticket for the metro
  • Hybrid working (3 in office, 2 at home) optional for the employee and (after successful completion of probation/training period)

The Company you'll be working for;

MTrec Recruitment are proudly representing our highly established client on their search for an experienced Claims Handler to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. We are looking for a proactive and confident professional to manage a portfolio of motor claims and help deliver commitment to excellent customer outcomes. If you have a passion for resolving cases efficiently, fairly and with outstanding customer service then this is the role for you! Please apply for an immediate response.

The Role you'll be doing;

  • Manage a caseload of motor claims and settle them promptly.
  • Handle AD/TP, Credit Hire, and PI claims within authority limits.
  • Make accurate liability decisions and maintain quality file records.
  • Communicate with policyholders, third parties, solicitors, engineers, and brokers.
  • Identify potential fraud and manage litigated claims.
  • Proactively capture third parties to reduce claim costs.

About You;

  • Previous experience in Motor Claims is essential
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Confident decision-making ability.
  • Good understanding of motor liability and litigation.
  • Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
  • A proactive, team-focused approach.
  • Organised and proactive in progressing claims.
  • Provides solutions and demonstrates initiative.
  • Acts as a role model and continuously develops skills