Insurance Officer

RSR is a public safety & enterprise security recruitment specialist. We assist public safety employers find the right talent. We assist all employers when they want to source public safety and enterprise security skills and experience.

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Insurance Officer to work on a full-time, long-term contract with a UK Police force, based out of Eastleigh, Hampshire.

The role is paying £21.20p per hour (PAYE), and involves a hybrid working structure.
Applicants must have a full UK drivers licence, alongside access to their own vehicle.

Job profile:
To develop and manage the insurance/risk finance function of the Force, liaising with the Force Solicitor, Deputy Force Solicitor and the Strategic Risk Manager.

Main responsibilities:
1. To manage the administration of the Force insurance/risk finance programme, including effecting necessary changes, providing advice and guidance to Force personnel.
2. To manage the purchase of external insurance cover and related services with regard to EC Directives, Police Authority Standing Orders on Contracts and the Force Procurement Policy.
3. To achieve best value in insurance provision by arranging specifications, negotiating terms, conditions and premiums and assessing the suitability of policies.
4. To manage the claims handling processes, from notification to settlement, including investigating claims and determining liability, in order to comply with legislation, Force policy, and to enable recovery of expenditure where possible.

Education:
Educated to QCF Level 4 OR sufficient work experience
Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute.

Experience:
Extensive practical work experience in the insurance field, including claims handling.
Comprehensive knowledge of insurance claims and administration.
Experience of insurance management within the public sector. (desirable)
Knowledge of police organisations and structures. (desirable)

If you would like to be considered for this position and have the relevant experience, then please apply now.