The Role

The Aviation Liability Claim Handler is responsible for the effective management of aviation liability claims, supporting the delivery of high-quality, commercially focused claims outcomes in line with client, regulatory and firm requirements.

You will handle a portfolio of aviation liability claims, ranging from routine to complex matters, applying strong technical knowledge, sound judgment and a client-centric approach. The role sits within the Aviation Liability claims team and works closely with senior claims colleagues, legal teams, insurers and external stakeholders to ensure efficient, consistent and high-standard claims handling.

This position offers the opportunity to develop technical expertise within a specialist aviation environment while contributing to the wider success and growth of the aviation liability practice.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Handle a varied portfolio of aviation liability claims, including consumer, attritional and more complex matters, in accordance with best practice and client requirements
• Investigate, assess and progress claims efficiently, ensuring appropriate reserve setting, liability analysis and commercial decision-making
• Manage claims through their lifecycle, from initial notification to resolution or settlement
• Provide clear, accurate and timely communication to insurers, brokers, clients and other stakeholders
• Work closely with legal teams and external advisers to support effective claims strategies and litigation management where required
• Ensure all claims are handled in compliance with regulatory, contractual and internal governance requirements
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date claims records, MI and reporting in line with operational standards
• Identify opportunities to improve claims efficiency, service delivery and client outcomes
• Support senior claims colleagues with more complex matters and escalations as appropriate
• Contribute positively to a collaborative and high-performing team culture

Essential Skills & Experience

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Experience handling aviation liability claims or relevant liability claims within an insurance, legal or specialist claims environment
• A sound technical understanding of liability claims, with the ability to assess coverage, liability and quantum
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple claims effectively
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of client and insurer priorities
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to work accurately within a regulated environment
• A proactive and flexible approach, with a willingness to develop technical expertise within aviation liability
• Experience working with claims systems, processes and reporting requirements

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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