About the Role
Join Caytons, Gallagher Bassett’s in-house law firm, as an experienced Claims Handler - Professional Indemnity. This remote role offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload, primarily focused on Professional Indemnity claims and exposure to areas like Drivers’ Negligence, across diverse professions. You will handle claims for construction, architects, surveyors, engineers, solicitors, accountants, brokers, and insurers, providing technical challenges and scope for progression.
Responsibilities
- Manage and progress claims to resolution in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Review and interpret policy coverage, applying insurer claims philosophies.
- Work within delegated authority and refer matters outside of authority as required.
- Apply a fair and consistent approach to indemnity and liability decisions.
- Support the delivery of SLAs and KPIs across the portfolio.
- Maintain high-quality file notes and accurate management information (MI).
- Assist with bordereaux reporting and general claims administration.
- Collaborate closely with the admin team to ensure efficient file progression.
Requirements
- Proven experience managing Professional Indemnity claims.
- Experience working under delegated authority with a strong understanding of referral processes.
- Excellent attention to detail, with a focus on high-quality file management and documentation.
- Strong organizational, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
- A proactive, client-focused approach with excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Skills
- Professional Indemnity claims management
- Policy coverage interpretation
- Indemnity and liability decision-making
- File management
- Negotiation
- Decision making
- Communication
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Full-time
- Remote
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- Law degree, LPC or equivalent is desirable
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive compensation
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits programs designed to support your well-being
- Career development opportunities and ongoing learning
- A collaborative, people-first culture with accessible leadership
- The opportunity to do meaningful work with global reach and local impact
About the Company
- At Gallagher Bassett, we help clients navigate complexity, support recovery, and deliver outcomes that make a real difference in people’s lives.
- We are a team of fast-paced fixers, empathetic experts, and outcomes drivers.
- We are supported by a culture that values teamwork, encourages curiosity, and celebrates the impact of your work.
- Gallagher Bassett is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Equal Opportunity
- Gallagher is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)
- We are dedicated to building an inclusive and authentic workplace.
- We will also offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process if required, so please let us know.
