Third Party Property Damage Claims Handler - Vermelo RPO : Job Details

Claims Handler (TPPD)

Locations: Tunbridge Wells, Manchester, Chelmsford, Whitstable, Haywards HeathHybrid working – typically 1 day per week in the office once probation is complete

About the Role

We’re looking for proactive and customer-focused Claims Handlers to join our growing team.

You’ll manage motor claim tasks, dealing with Third Party Property Damage. You will manage these claims by exception and only working tasks within your remit. Using your technical expertise, negotiation skills, and strong communication, you’ll ensure claims are resolved efficiently, fairly, and in line with both regulatory standards and our business objectives.

We’ll support you with full training, a personal development plan, and clear career progression opportunities. Performance is measured against transparent KPIs, with annual reviews and the chance to earn an annual pay review.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Handle allocated motor claim tasks in line with our philosophy, processes, and service standards.
• In-bound & out-bound Customer phone calls.
• Reviewing and making payments on Vehicle Damage, Special Damages and Static Property claims.
• Control claims costs through robust negotiation and strong use of evidence.
• Communicate confidently with customers, third parties, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records, reserves, and task management to ensure claims progress in a timely way.
• Work within agreed authority limits, escalating when appropriate.
• Collaborate with colleagues and business partners to achieve positive outcomes.
• Stay up to date with FCA, DPA, and TCF requirements, always ensuring compliance.
• Take ownership of your personal development, supported by ongoing training and coaching.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in motor claims handling is desirable but, full training will be provided.
• Strong knowledge of indemnity, liability, third-party risks, and related heads of claim is desirable.
• Excellent negotiation skills, with the ability to balance customer service and cost control.
• Confident communicator with proven telephony and customer service skills.
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise your own workload.
• Commercially aware and adaptable, with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Strong team player with a proactive mindset and a `Can do` attitude.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working (typically 1 day in the office per week once probation is complete).
• Clear development pathways with tailored training and coaching.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• The chance to build specialist expertise in a dynamic claim’s environment.