Regional Surveyor - Reading/Oxford RegionCompany Overview. Who we areTrinity Claims is a claims management company based in Tonbridge, that designs and delivers claims strategies to meet the needs of our partners. Our team consists of talented professionals with a proven track record in leading and delivering change in insurance companies. We have a leadership team dedicated to growing the business, with a family feel and a welcoming culture who are all focused on delivering the best services for our customers.Role Overview. Why Join usTo attend, assess and prepare scope of works on large loss claims, and to verify scope and quantum on previously accepted claims, and to support our network surveyors and contractors. You will also be responsible for controlling claim spend on buildings, overseeing large loss reinstatements whilst working off a task based system. Part of the role is to also provide technical support for building damage elements of claims and first stage support to the Customer Services Team for claims with FOS complaints.Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities - What you will do:Visit risk addresses and make claim assessments (validity of the claim quantum of the loss) and deliver the decision directly to the Policyholder/Authorised PersonEvaluate customer building claims (validity and quantum) from Surveyor reports and/or other relevant information (Policy and/or Claims Handling Guidance) and provide a detailed explanation to decline all or part of the claim with clear well communicated reasonsFirst stage support to Customer Services on FOS complaints including the writing of reports detailing the technical decision.Identify cases with high potential for cost savings or repudiation and arrange for a Surveyor site visitLiaise with Trinity approved Building Contractors to review Contract variation and/or Interim Payments; joint site visits to bearranged as required/applicable.Provide technical support within the Surveying Team on building repairs, methodology and pathologyValidate customer invoices/quotations using Xactware as required and discuss same with policyholders to ensure costs are fair and reasonable and that policy cover applies.To visit large loss claims and produce an accurate report and scope of works on Xactware.To undertake joint site visits with the Trinity Large Loss/Complex Claim Handlers, discuss and agree any issues or outstanding items relating to policy cover directly with the Policyholder.Audit and oversight of our Surveyor Network and Contractors with Supply Chain Manager assistance. This will include auditing their current and aged claims from cradle to grave identifying any leakage from the surveyor scope and through any variations submitted by the contractor. This will consist of desk and site visits and will include all aspects of the claim right through the claim journey.Progress and update Buildings Insurance claims including updating reserves, cash settlement payments, contractor instructions and closing claims as requiredTo undertake any individual or team task or activity reasonably requested and in line with the company values including being flexible and able to react in times of surge.Person SpecificationExperience & KnowledgeA minimum of 5 years construction experience, trade background consideredEstimating/surveying experience within insurance is essentialExperience of Xactware or other estimating software desirableSkills & AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsGood organisational skillsAccuracy and attention to detailTact and assertiveness when dealing with customers who may be distressed or angryAbility to work well under pressure and meet deadlinesPC literate with good administrative skillsAbility to take on increased ownership and responsibility when necessaryPersonality & MotivationHelpfulness and a passion for customer serviceHigh energy levelsPositive approachTeam playerCompleter/finisherDrive and enthusiasm for meeting targetsEmpathy and understandingConfidence & a professional attitudeHighly motivated with ability to work on own initiativeIn return, we can offer you:Basic Salary £41,822-43,822 (DOE) + £4,800 Car Allowance, as well as market leading benefits.25 days Annual leave plus statutory holidays.Rewards:On-site gymFree on-site parkingFree on-site breakfast barComplimentary on-site snacks and soft drinksDiscretionary performance related bonusLife insurance coverEnhanced company pension schemeCycle to Work SchemeEmployee of the month & employee of the year awardsRefer a Friend schemeAn extra day’s holiday for your birthdayPaid volunteering/charity day a yearSupport in your development and wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Eye test vouchersTraining and development opportunities at all levels through Trinity Academy and Apprenticeship programsSocial eventsApplication deadline: this position will remain open until we have found the right person for the job.We kindly request that no agencies contact us regarding this position. Speculative CVs will not be accepted.Trinity Claims is an equal opportunities employer and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of your gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.