Braintree - Finance
Eastlight Community Homes, Braintree, CM77 8FG

Insurance Officer x2

Salary: £35,374 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37
Closing Date: Sun 08 Mar 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
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Insurance Officer x2

Working Pattern

M
8:30 - 17:00
T
8:30 - 17:00
W
8:30 - 17:00
T
8:30 - 17:00
F
8:30 - 16:30
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S

Agencies

Eastlight’s current agency PSL is at capacity, so we will not be able to consider candidate applications introduced by agencies outside of our selected suppliers.

Who We Are

Eastlight Community Homes is proud to be the largest community gateway social housing provider in the country. Together with our residents and communities, we create safe, affordable homes and neighbourhoods that people are proud to live in.

The Role

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Insurance Officer x2 to lead the administration, reporting, and management of Eastlight’s insurance provisions. This role is pivotal in ensuring that our organisation is fully protected, from negotiating renewals to managing claims efficiently. You will oversee all insurance activities, ensuring we maintain adequate coverage and respond effectively to incidents.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Responsibilities:

Ensure the organisation meets its legal and regulatory obligations through effective insurance management.

Collaborate with senior leaders and subject matter experts to identify opportunities for improved insurance coverage and efficiencies.

Drive value for money through strategic procurement of insurance policies and efficient claims management.

 

Functional Responsibilities:

Liaise with insurers, solicitors, third parties, tenants, leaseholders, and staff to ensure all claims are handled promptly and effectively.

Support annual insurance reviews and negotiations with brokers, ensuring appropriate policies and coverage are in place across the organisation.

Gather and analyse data for renewals, claims, and other insurance-related purposes, identifying organisational requirements.

Manage claims and insurance risk, including preparing reports, assisting with claims, and attending meetings with insurers and brokers.

Maintain accurate records of all insurance correspondence.

Process insurance premium payments and support the collation and presentation of claim expenditures, including gathering invoices and raising orders.

Benefits and Compensation

To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package:

  • £34,374 per annum
  • Permanent 37 hours per week
  • Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution - Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
  •  30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
  • Trailblazing family leave (Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay/6 weeks half pay) – Subject to eligibility
  • A healthcare cash plan, life assurance
  • Formal qualifications and paid professional membership

Next Steps

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident leader and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk

Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship.

Important Dates

Closing Date: 8 March 2026 @ 23:59 

Interview Date: Interviews are expected to be held on 12 or 13 March 2026 via Microsoft Teams

We reserve the right to close or withdraw this vacancy earlier than advertised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.

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Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
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