Senior Claims Handler - Casualty

Leeds – £40,000 - £50,000

Experienced Claims Handler - Casualty & Property
Location: Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle (Hybrid Flexible)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
 
A leading global law firm is seeking an experienced Claims Handler to join their Casualty & Property Claims Handling team. This is a confidential search for a professional with a strong background in liability and property claims.
 
Role Overview:
The successful candidate will manage pre-litigated claims from notification of loss through to litigation, providing a bespoke cradle-to-grave claims handling service. The role involves handling a varied caseload including:

• Third-party personal injury and property damage claims
• First-party property claims of unlimited value
• Cross-border investigations in select cases

 
Key Responsibilities:

• Own and progress claims, from initial assessment to resolution
• Manage fast-track and multi-track liability and property claims
• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external partners to deliver efficient, modern solutions
• Provide expert guidance on EL/PL, medical malpractice, and other complex claims

 
Required Experience:

• 5+ years in defendant personal injury and property claims within a legal or insurance environment
• Proven track record managing a high-volume, pre-litigated caseload
• Experience across a range of sectors including social care, leisure, construction, and retail
• Familiarity with UK and Republic of Ireland claims handling

 
Why This Firm:

• Recognised market leader with a top-tier Leeds team in defendant personal injury
• Exposure to complex, high-profile UK and international claims
• Collaborative, modern working environment with in-house R&D and innovative technological solutions
• Commitment to career development, mentoring, secondments, and global mobility
• Strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion with a supportive culture

 
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced professional to progress their career in a prestigious, global environment.
You'll play a huge part in their complex, high-value cases and benefit from ongoing professional development and hybrid working flexibility.
 
Apply now within or send your CV to: rio@douglas-scott.co.uk