Claims Manager – personal injury – London

Spinnaker is partnered with an IG P&I club to source a Maritime Claims Manager in London….

This role would suit a claims professional with at least five years’ experience and a strong background in people-related maritime claims, particularly crew, stevedore and passenger claims. A law degree is essential, although being professionally qualified would be advantageous rather than a requirement.

You will take ownership of your own caseload, advising on complex and often sensitive people claims across multiple jurisdictions, combining UK legal expertise with an understanding of international maritime practices.

Working as part of a close-knit team, you will:

• Manage a varied caseload of crew, personal injury, stevedore and passenger claims.
• Advise on people-related claims involving UK law and other international jurisdictions.
• Handle complex and sensitive matters with compassion whilst keeping information discreet and professional  
• Liaise with correspondents worldwide to ensure claims are handled sensitively and efficiently.
• Appoint local personal injury lawyers where required.
• Advise on crew employment contracts, including reviewing, amending and providing guidance on contractual terms.
• Deal with claims involving multinational crews in various jurisdictions 
• Advise on Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) matters, including crew abandonment, and Jones Act claims involving seafarers.
• Support maritime loss prevention and provide advice on relevant claims and preventative measures.
• Work closely with colleagues across international offices
• Deliver presentations, webinars and training sessions to members, stakeholders and external audiences.
• Attend industry conferences, seminars and member events, with opportunities for international travel.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will have:

• A law degree (essential); a professional legal qualification would be advantageous.
• At least five years’ relevant crew claims experience and a background in personal injury, stevedore, passenger or seafarer claims.
• Experience gained at a P&I Club or law firm  
• A good understanding of people claims, maritime employment issues and loss prevention.
• Knowledge of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), crew abandonment and Jones Act claims.
• Experience reviewing and advising on seafarer employment contracts.
• The confidence and communication skills to deliver presentations and speak to audiences of varying sizes, from small groups to larger conferences.
• A sociable and approachable manner, with a willingness to participate in webinars, seminars and industry events.
• The ability to manage your own caseload independently while working collaboratively as part of a team.

You’ll be joining a friendly, approachable and supportive team and a genuinely collaborative working environment.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with colleagues and stakeholders across an international network, develop relationships with members around the world and travel to conferences and events where you can add real value.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced maritime claims professional to join an established international team, take ownership of a varied and interesting caseload, and play an active role in advising members and delivering training across the global maritime community.

If you have solid crew claims experience, enjoy working with people and are looking for a role within a friendly, international and down-to-earth team, we’d love to hear from you.