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Our Client is seeking a Senior Professional Claims Handler for their expanding in-house Professional Indemnity Claims Team. The team in Manchester works closely with the Professional Indemnity Underwriters based there as well as other northern offices in supporting northern regional brokers. The successful candidate will have responsibility for managing a mixed caseload of Professional Indemnity claims, as well as assisting the Claims Manager with referrals and training. You will also work closely with the business, in particular, providing feedback to underwriters regarding particular classes of business and risk management issues. An appetite for challenge is a must in this role, as well as a practical commercial approach to resolution of claims. Candidates will be educated to graduate level and preferably with a degree in law with experience in a legal environment, a qualified solicitor (4 yrs PQE min) or a Claims Underwriter at an insurance company with a heavy Professional Indemnity background. A very good technical knowledge of Professional Indemnity claims is a must with a good understanding of CPR. You must have the ability to use your own initiative and be confident in taking decisions and managing responsibility, be a confident individual with drive, ambition, and excellent people skills. This is a superb opportunity to join a hugely respected company in the insurance industry and the role comes with an excellent salary and benefits package. Interested applicants should forward their CV / particulars to Andrew Scott at Exchange Street Claims; 0161 973 6900 / as@exchange-street.co.uk. Job Ref: AS 329b. For all other vacancies, take a look at our website - www.exchange-street.co.uk