Sedgwick

Business Interruption Specialist

Sedgwick  •  London, GB (Onsite)  •  21 days ago
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Job Description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

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Business Interruption Specialist

Job Location:London

Job Type:Permanent

RemunerationCompetitive salarytaking into accountskills,experienceand qualifications

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Interruption Specialist to join our Forensic AccountingServices team in London.

Our Forensic AccountingServices team quantifies business interruption and complexfinancial lossfor global insurers,reinsurersand captives. The work centres on highvalue, technically complex claims across sectors such asenergyand other specialist risk classes, where detailed analysis and sound judgement are critical.

This role offers direct involvement in complex claims, combining handson technical delivery with close collaboration alongside senior specialists in a respected global practice. The work is varied, challenging and commercially relevant.

As part of the team, you will analyse and quantify business interruption and other financial losses, supporting investigations arising from operational disruption and complex insured events. You will work with insurers, brokers, insuredclientsand internal colleagues to obtain financial information and agreeappropriate methodologies Financial models will be built,testedand reviewed to ensure assumptions and outputs are robust and defensible.

You will also contribute to clear,well-structuredforensic reports, explaining complex financial matters with accuracy and confidence. Responsibility for defined elements of large,multi-facetedclaims will sit alongside supporting senior colleagues on wider engagements. Ongoing development of sector knowledge, particularly within power, energy and technical risks, will form a key part of the role, with all work undertaken in line with professional, regulatory and confidentiality standards.

This is perfect for someone who enjoys rigorous analysis, values technical depth, and wants to grow their forensicexpertisewithin a collaborative, inclusive and intellectually demanding environment.

The skills you will have when you apply:

  • Professional Qualification or ExperienceA recognised accounting or finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar), or clear, relevant work experience that shows the same level of skill.

  • Claims and Forensic ExpertiseHands-on experience in business interruption, forensic accounting, or insurance claims work.

  • Strong Analytical ThinkingThe ability to review complex figures, understand loss situations, and reach clear,wellreasonedconclusions.

  • Interest in Technical and Energy RisksExperience in, or a strong interest in, technical, industrial, power, or energyrelated risks.

  • Clear and Confident CommunicationThe ability to explain financial issues in plain English, both in writing and when speaking withnonfinancialcolleagues and clients.

  • Collaborative and Flexible ApproachA proactive team player, comfortable working with colleagues of all genders across disciplines and countries, with some willingness to travel when needed.

Whatwe’llgive you for this role:

Remuneration & more

  • Competitive salarytaking into accountskills,experienceand qualifications

  • A Self Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)

  • Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays

  • Flexible working from our office or your home

Health & support

  • Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing conditions)

  • Life assurance

  • Employeeassistanceprogramme for employee wellbeing

  • Wellbeing and digital GP apps

  • Group Income Protection

Other benefits

  • Voluntary flexible benefits – green car scheme, health assessment, travel insurance, dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan

  • Discounts on various products and services

This isn't just a position,it's a pivotal role in shaping our industry

At Sedgwick, you won't just build your career; you'll cultivate a team of experts. Our Sedgwick University offering empowers you to excel as well as your team members, with the most comprehensive training program in the industry which includes more than 15,000 courses on demand, training specific to roles, and opportunities to continue formal education. 

Together, we're not only reshaping the insurance landscape, we’re building a legacy of talent. Come and be a catalyst for change within our industry.

Next steps for you:

Think we'd be a great match? Apply now – we want to hear from you.

As part of our commitment to you, we are proud to have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital/ family status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.

After the closing date we will review all applications and may select some applicants for an interview (which may be virtual, or in-person).

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Sedgwick retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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About Sedgwick

Sedgwick is the world’s leading risk and claims administration partner, helping clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company’s expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
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