Trainee Loss Adjuster (Aviation & Natural Resources)

The Role

In order to meet Saudisation requirements, this role is only open to Saudi nationals.

The role of a Trainee Loss Adjuster involves desk-based and on-site investigation, evaluation, and management of insurance claims related to Natural Resources and Aviation cases. This role will require you to provide an efficient and high-quality claims handling service for various insurers. You will provide direct support to policy holders, and interview witnesses, whilst reporting to their Insurers in respect to the claim investigation findings.

You will initially be employed as a Trainee Loss Adjuster, with a view to become a fully-fledged Loss Adjuster as soon as possible. Charles Taylor will provide on-the-job training and mentorship, as well as financial subsidies and rewards for Loss Adjusting examinations and professional qualifications.

This role provides a valuable opportunity to gain experience across both Natural Resources and Aviation claims, allowing you to shape your longterm career direction as you grow and develop your skills as an Adjuster.

Key Responsibilities

1. To perform a loss adjusting function in respect of new claims and those already handled in the offices which have been delegated by Senior Adjusters / Adjusters. This will involve, but not be limited to: -

• Receiving and acknowledging new claims instructions
• Managing and coordinating claims in a timely and professional manner
• Assisting with on-site visits, meeting with Insurers, Reinsurers, Brokers, Claimants, Insureds and other interested parties
• Attending accident sites for investigation
• Assisting with preparation of preliminary reports commenting in detail on all aspects of the claim including legal and policy liability considerations, potential quantum and future actions
• Assisting in providing instruction to surveyors, lawyers, forensic scientists and other experts as necessary
• Assist in handling regular communication with all interested parties, calculations for interim payments, preparation of interim reports and other communications
• Assisting with calculations, negotiations and agreements in the settlement of claims, and preparation of accurate final reports.

2. To assist in and develop the effective marketing of Charles Taylor Adjusting. This will include, but not be limited to: -

• Developing working relationships with existing Clients
• Helping to identify and plan approaches to new Clients
• Hosting and attending networking events outside of office hours
• Assisting in the preparation and delivery of presentations and tenders to Clients and potential Clients
• Assisting other teams and the wider business with marketing activities
• Carry out Ad Hoc duties and tasks that are allocated to you at the discretion of management and that are within your capabilities and within the scope of your post.
• Demonstrate and champion Charles Taylor Values by ensuring Agility, Integrity, Care, and Accountability and Collaboration.

Required Skills

• Excellent English Language skills (written, spoken and aural)
• University degree qualified, in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering
• Enthusiasm and commitment towards developing a career as a Loss Adjuster
• 0-3 years of relevant post-graduate experience, preferably in handling Insurance related matters.
• Willing to undertake further professional study for Loss Adjusting certification
• Able to travel for site inspections within Saudi Arabia and internationally.
• Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong focus on customer service excellence at all times
• High attention to detail and analytical skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Benefits Offered

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Transportation allowance
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Variable discretionary annual performance bonus.
• Statutory GOSI contributions
• 21 days annual leave (increasing to 25 days after 2 years of service, increasing to 30 after 5 years) in addition to Public Holidays and statutory sick leave
• Financial support for professional qualifications, and support for continued professional development.
• Long-term career path with a stable, reputable global organisation

About Us

Founded in 1884 as a mutual insurance association, Charles Taylor began under the leadership of coal merchant Charles Taylor, whose astute management set the stage for growth. Today, we are a global leader providing insurance services and technology solutions with a team of c.4,000 experts across 120+ countries on 6 continents.

Our unmatched depth of specialist expertise, from loss adjusters to forensic accountants, helps the global insurance market to address its challenges. Through our trusted partnerships model, we build long-term, personal relationships with clients based on trust and cooperation. Our powerful technology helps our clients improve their customers experience from start to finish. Thanks to our global reach, our clients can access our services wherever they are in the world, whenever they need us.

Our adjusting team is a unique group of experts, specialised in handling commercial losses and claims across major lines and geographies, many of which are large and complex in nature. We manage onshore and offshore claims through four main divisions: Property, Casualty, Technical & Special Risks, Marine, Aviation, and Natural Resources and are proud of our position as a leading global loss adjuster across all our disciplines.

Our Natural Resources division is a leading international loss adjusting team, specialising in resolving physical damage and business interruption losses from major insured incidents in the natural resources and OEM industry. Our dedicated experts are committed to driving prompt and fair settlement of claims while actively supporting global efforts towards achieving a net-zero world.

Expertise you can trust - for more information, please visit www.charlestaylor.com

Why join Charles Taylor

Charles Taylor is a people-centric business. Our culture and values define who we are, what we stand for and how we behave. They guide how we work with our colleagues and our clients, today and in the future. By living our values every day when we come to work, we deliver better results for the world of insurance.

We strive to provide a positive working environment that offers opportunities for professional development and growth across all our business areas. This includes a structured onboarding process, job-specific skills development, online and in-person training, as well as study assistance

for professional qualifications.

Our Values

• Accountability (We take ownership and responsibility)
• We all have a role to play in Charles Taylor's growth and overall success.
• Agility (We learn, evolve and adapt quickly)
• We anticipate, prepare for and adapt to change; it's how we stay competitive.
• Care (We are compassionate and human)
• We are approachable and genuinely interested in others.
• Collaboration (We are one)
• We are unique but united in our work.
• Integrity (We do the right thing)
• At all times, we act with responsibility and respect.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Charles Taylor, we are an Inclusive Employer. We foster an environment of mutual respect with zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind.

We recognise that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is essential in enabling us to deliver better insurance outcomes and fulfilling our responsibilities to clients, colleagues, and the community. We proactively promote and celebrate differences and strive to create an environment where our people feel included and can reach their full potential. We have an inclusive and diverse culture, which is supported by strong partnerships and a transparent, fair recruitment process.