Insurance Officer/Administrator

JOB DESCRIPTION and PERSON SPECIFICATION

This document is intended to cover the range of principal duties and areas of work relating to the post. It is the intention to ensure that you are aware of the actual and the potential range, level of duties, responsibilities and areas of operation which may be required. In addition, you may be required to perform other relevant activities commensurate with the grading of this post.

Team: Accountancy

Grade: 2

Responsible to: Finance Manager & Deputy S151 Officer

Responsible for: No supervisory responsibilities

Our guiding principles and values

Our guiding principles and values underpin everything we do. They set out how we will go about our day to day work. We will:

• promote equal access and inclusivity
• consult and engage with our communities
• promote the health and well-being of our residents and colleagues
• deliver quality, accessible services a great service, first time and every time
• be open, clear and transparent
• treat others and their opinions with respect at all times
• work towards reducing our carbon footprint and enhancing our environment operate as one council team

Service purpose:

To provide statutory functions and ensure the Council s financial resources are used and monitored in accordance with financial regulations.

To provide administrative support for the Council s insurance function.

1. To support the Finance Manager in delivering the provision of an accountancy service for the authority, in particular insurance administration:

• Insurance claims handling
• Maintenance of database of insurance claims
• Provision of insurance advice
• Attending Court Proceedings on behalf of EDDC, where necessary

1. Liaise with internal clients and external contacts to progress and support insurance claims, including insurance broker, insurance provider, claims handler, appointed solicitor and loss adjuster.
2. Maintenance of insurance claims database and assist with the development of the system and reporting.
3. Assist in completion of annual insurance renewal documentation.
4. Contribute to reports for members, Strategic Leadership Team and partner working groups to consider on issues relating to the Accountancy Team s functions.

1. Make sure that Finance Team offers a customer focused service using systems thinking principles.

1. Support the Council s approach to equalities and diversity ensuring that our services and policies identify, address and promote the needs of our diverse community. This includes the need for safety of children and other vulnerable people.

1. Take personal responsibility for the relevant aspects of the Council s Health and Safety Policy.

1. Ensure awareness and compliance with the Council s policies, Code of Conduct and Constitution.

1. Evaluate and assist in managing risk within the service.