Personal Injury Team Leader - Motor Claims

Personal Injury Team Leader - Motor Claims | Bolton | £35-45k + Hybrid
Are you an experienced Personal Injury professional ready to lead a high-performing motor claims team in Bolton?
We're recruiting for a PI Team Leader to join a well-established insurance business where you'll drive performance, develop talent, and oversee the effective resolution of motor personal injury claims in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
This is a full-time, predominantly on-site role with hybrid and flexible working options available. Based in Bolton and easily accessible from Manchester, Bury, Salford, and across Greater Manchester, this opportunity offers excellent career progression for an ambitious claims professional.
About the Role: Personal Injury Team Leader (Motor Insurance)
As PI Team Leader, you'll be responsible for managing and developing a team of Personal Injury Claims Handlers specializing in motor RTA claims. You'll set clear performance standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and act as the escalation point for complex liability and quantum decisions.
This role suits someone with strong technical PI knowledge who thrives in a leadership position, balancing hands-on claims oversight with people management, coaching, and process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
✅ Lead and manage a team of PI Claims Handlers, setting objectives and monitoring performance against KPIs
✅ Coach and develop team members through regular 1-2-1s, training, and constructive feedback
✅ Oversee motor PI claims from notification through to settlement, ensuring compliance with FCA regulations and CPR
✅ Drive performance improvements by identifying process efficiencies and implementing best practices
✅ Handle escalations for complex or high-value claims, providing technical guidance on liability, quantum, and litigation strategy
✅ Ensure quality standards across claims handling, file management, and claimant communication
✅ Collaborate with stakeholders including solicitors, medical agencies, and insurers to achieve fair and timely claim resolutions
✅ Monitor workload distribution to maintain team capacity and prevent bottlenecks
What We're Looking For:
Essential:

• Proven experience managing or supervising a team within Personal Injury claims (motor/RTA preferred)
  
• Strong technical knowledge of PI claims handling, including liability assessment, quantum evaluation, and settlement negotiation
  
• Understanding of MOJ Portal claims, pre-litigation, and litigation processes
  
• Excellent communication and coaching skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams
  
• Ability to prioritise competing demands and maintain focus on results
  
• Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
  Desirable:
  
• Experience in an FCA-regulated insurance environment
  
• Knowledge of CPR (Civil Procedure Rules) and claims legislation
  
• Familiarity with claims management systems (e.g., Acturis, SSP, or similar)
  What's On Offer:
  💰 Competitive salary: £35,000 - £42,500 depending on experience
  📈 Annual salary reviews and performance-based progression
  🏖️ Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
  🏡 Hybrid working options with flexibility around core hours
  🎓 Ongoing training and development including leadership programs and technical PI qualifications
  💼 Pension scheme with employer contributions
  🤝 Supportive culture with a collaborative, high-performing team environment
  🚗 Free on-site parking and excellent transport links
  Location & Working Arrangements:
  📍 Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester
  🚗 Commute-friendly: Easy access from Manchester, Bury, Salford, Wigan, Rochdale, and across the North West
  🏢 Working pattern: Full-time, predominantly on-site with hybrid/flexible options available
  About Red Dot Search:
  Red Dot Search is a Manchester-based recruitment specialist with over 20 years of experience placing talented professionals across insurance, finance, contact centres, and HR. We work in partnership with leading employers across the North West to connect ambitious candidates with career-defining opportunities.
  We're recruiting this PI Team Leader role on behalf of a well-established insurance business known for investing in their people, fostering talent, and maintaining high standards of claims service.
  Ready to Apply?
  If you're an experienced Personal Injury claims professional looking for your next leadership challenge in Bolton, we'd love to hear from you.
  Apply now by submitting your CV, or contact Red Dot Search directly to discuss this PI Team Leader opportunity in confidence.
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