Motor Claims Team Lead AD/TP, UK

About Reserv Reserv is an insurtech creating and incubating cutting-edge AI and automation technology to bring efficiency and simplicity to claims. Founded by insurtech veterans with deep experience in SaaS and digital claims, Reserv is venture-backed by Bain Capital and Altai Ventures and began operations in May 2022. We are focused on automating highly manual tasks to tackle long-standing problems in claims and set a new standard for TPAs, insurance technology providers, and adjusters alike. We have ambitious (but attainable!) goals and need people who can work in an evolving environment. If building a leading TPA and the prospect of tackling the long-standing challenges of the claims role sounds exciting, we can't wait to meet you. About the role As a Claims team leader at Reserv, you will be responsible for a team of claims professionals managing claims in your experienced line of business. We want your background and experience to deliver operational effectiveness, particularly in leveraging technology and analytics to drive better efficiencies and performance. You will serve a critical role with the team, the customers, and the client. The high-performing team you will manage will service several clients as part of our Core Team. You will maintain high quality standards, and compliance with regulatory, internal, and external contractual SLAs. This position requires exceptional leadership skills, and a foundational understanding of claims with experience handling and managing a team of individuals. Who you are Highly motivated and growth-oriented Subject matter expert. You have deep technical and subject matter experience in the world of commercial claims, including coverage and litigation. Tech-oriented. You are excited by the prospect of building a tech-driven claims organisation while delivering an excellent service and have proven results leveraging technology and analytics Passionate claims professional who cares about their team, the customer, and their experience Empathetic leader. You exercise empathy and patience towards everyone you interact with, promoting the ‘Reserv Way’ and values to your team and peers. Sense of urgency - at all times. That does not mean working at all hours Creative. You challenge existing assumptions and find ways of leveraging technology and the talents of your team to address problems Curious. You want to know the whole story so you can make the right decisions early and be decisive when it counts. Problem solver. You have the ability to take a ‘deep dive’ into the operational workings of your team, whilst staying focused on the big picture Anti-status quo. You don’t just wish things were done differently, you action on it Communicative. You are comfortable with and understand the importance of phone communications throughout the claims process and can tailor your internal communication to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. And did we mention, a sense of humour, claims are hard enough as it is. What we need We need you to do all the things typical to the role: Reporting to the team manager you will manage the day to day operations of a team of motor adjusters managing a mix of accounts Looking after your own caseload and overseeing larger losses and contentious cases Be consistently dependable in achieving or exceeding goals and overcoming obstacles Implement and maintain best practices for claims handling, including claim intake, investigation, evaluation, settlement, and recovery Monitor and analyse claims data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for process improvement Align team with client and customer expectations of the claims process Serve as a resource for escalated claims Responsible for accuracy and adequacy of all aspects of claim reserving Working with the team managers to develop and implement strategies to mitigate fraudulent claims and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements Foster a positive work environment, promote teamwork, and e