Claims Counsel

The Role Howden is seeking an experienced and dynamic Claims Counsel to join our team, offering expert guidance on policy wordings, complex claims, regulatory matters, and other technical issues across Howden CAP (Capital, Advisory, and Placement). In this role, you will provide vital support during the placing and underwriting process, ensuring the highest standards of advice and service. You will play an integral part in supporting brokers with client development, delivering both internal and external training, and mentoring less experienced staff to foster professional growth. Your expertise will span across key business lines, including Credit & Political Risk, W&I, Tax & Contingent Risk, Environmental & Climate, and Title. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of our data collection strategy. What you'll be doing Provide high-quality, practical, and commercially focused advice to the business in relation to their area of subject matter expertise Manage assigned projects and contribute to additional projects as needed, ensuring timely and effective outcomes Develops strong relationships with markets, both claims teams and underwriting (wordings development and negotiation) Negotiate with markets to achieve the best outcome for the client Assists brokers and account executives in relation to wordings, by providing advice to clients and by assisting in negotiations with the market Drafts policy wordings and bespoke wording and claims related documentation as required Develops innovative wordings products, by staying abreast of the market place and responding to client needs Advises clients on any coverage issues Monitors legal, regulatory and claims developments impacting clients or the division/department Prepares thought-leadership articles, seminars, internal training sessions Responsible for all stages of the claim advocacy process in relation to nominated clients. This is inclusive of advice around whether to notify, to drafting notifications, managing information flow, strategically managing the insurance market to driving successful claims resolutions Assists with the development of claims data propositions Interprets instructions and issues arising, and then implement actions according to policies and procedures Who we're looking for Extensive experience of working within the insurance environment in a Claims or policy wordings development capacity, which may include time working in an insurance focused legal role in private legal practice or similar Experience of working as a claims specialist or technical wordings specialist within the Lloyds and international markets Advanced knowledge of the claims handling process and of specific product areas and related wordings Advanced knowledge of the market within which the company operates, including awareness of competitors, specific territory knowledge, cultural awareness Detailed knowledge and understanding of the insurance sector Strong awareness of the regulatory environment and requirements along with how these impact on the Operating Entity’s activities as well as their own business unit Networks extensively and is able to build sustainable working relationships Strong negotiation skills Coaching skills and the ability to manage more junior members of the team Qualifications Completed a law degree, the Graduate Diploma in Law, the CILEx Diploma in Law and Practice or similar legal qualification, or similar experience. Ideally 5 years PQE but will consider all applicants. What do we offer in return? A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us: Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond Reasonable adjustments We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working. If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require. Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 1/19/2025