Risk Management & Insurance Assistant

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.

An opportunity has arisen to provide cover to the Risk Management and Insurance Assistant position within the Risk and Insurance Team.

Working as part of a team and using a range of communication methods, the postholder will be processing and investigating insurance claims made against the Council, providing assistance in ensuring that the Council has adequate insurance cover in place and to support the delivery of the Council’s risk management arrangements.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to join the busy Risk and Insurance Team.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Processing and investigating insurance claims made against the Council, making recommendations on liability and settlement and relaying these to claimants.
• Providing assistance in ensuring that the Council has adequate insurance cover in place for its assets and liabilities.
• Supporting the delivery of the Council’s risk management arrangements.

This role is designated as a Home Worker in accordance with the Council’s agile working policy although there will be occasions when attendance at sites / offices throughout Blaenau Gwent are required for the purpose of site visits, attending on witnesses with solicitors or team meetings.

The successful candidate will have a knowledge of and the ability to apply the law and procedures relating to liability claims. Knowledge of or a willingness to learn about the principles of insurance and risk management is also essential.

Access to a vehicle for work purposes is desirable. A comprehensive pre-employment screening process will be undertaken prior to appointment.

Want to ask us a question?

For further information or if you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Penny Jones - penny.jones@blaenau-gwent.gov.uk.

This post is also offered as a secondment opportunity to permanent employees of the Council. Before applying you should seek approval to be released from your current position.

Closing Date:

28.08.26 at 12:00 midnight

Interview Date:

07.09.26