MCL Construction Protégé Adjuster

Calling all inquisitive civil, structural and geotechnician engineers, building and quantity surveyors! If you’re looking for a role that will allow you to apply your existing expertise, utilise your inquisitive way of thinking, all whilst developing a long term, exciting career within a global organisation, then this may be the role you’ve been waiting for. We have a rare opportunity to join our construction protégé training scheme. Reporting to our Newmarket office with the ability to travel nationwide, the ideal candidate will hold a relevant tertiary qualification. We will consider candidates with proven experience within engineering consultancies or construction environment as well as recent graduates wanting to develop their careers in loss adjusting. We are open minded to look at anyone bringing relevant sector experience and the right personal qualities. This may be the first time you’re exposed to the world of insurance. As part of the protégé training scheme, full on the job training and support will be provided by experienced adjusters within the team, in addition to company funded external insurance training. Desired Skills And Qualities For This Role A tertiary qualification in a discipline such as civil, structural or geotechnical engineering, building or quantity surveying Attainment of (or significant progress towards) chartered status within the above discipline Experience in a role where the gained skillset/knowledge would translate through to the assessment and quantification of construction losses An inquisitive and open mind to support the investigative aspects of the work to determine the core facts and details Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including conflict resolution and ability to put people at ease A high standard of written English and numeracy, including good Word and Excel skills necessary for creating reports and calculating adjustment of claims A readiness to handle any job that comes your way, large or small Eagerness to learn and develop yourself further professionally (including obtaining further qualifications that are company funded) The right to work and reside in New Zealand. We are a New Zealand Immigration accredited employer, which allows us to support visa applications under the Talent (Accredited Employer) scheme Main Duties And Responsibilities Facilitating and assisting with the settlement of major and complex construction insurance claims. This includes: Adjuster site visits and inspections Discussion of circumstances of the loss with the insured and other parties Appointment of and liaison with industry experts Preparation of reports to the insurance company/client in a timely matter Calculation, negotiation and delivery of settlement outcomes Manage a significant file load, meet individual performance targets, and deliver a high standard of work at all times Develop professional relationships with insurers and brokers as well as wider networks and relationships within the industry Deliver expected levels of customer service Participate in ongoing training and developmental opportunities and mentoring programmes, thus contributing to the ongoing development of skills in the team. Benefits Of Working For Us Ability to learn and develop yourself further professionally through our unique Protégé training scheme Our core role involves making a difference in people’s lives Working for a leading global organisation with a fantastic reputation We value and welcome diversity, acknowledging the strength this gives us as a team Great team culture with a mindset for internal career development Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Wellbeing benefits such as wellness allowance, group life insurance and critical illness insurance Celebrate your birthday with a day off each year Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr