Business Details
45 Years
experience
Specialist Recruitment for Loss Adjusting Professionals
Established in 1981, Independent Appointments UK is the original specialist recruitment agency dedicated exclusively to the loss adjusting profession. Our consultants bring over 80 years of combined experience, offering unparalleled expertise in connecting professionals with opportunities across the claims management, surveying, and insurance sectors. We transitioned from a national branch structure to a focused team based in Yorkshire, maintaining our commitment to deep industry knowledge and client partnership.Our service prioritises confidentiality, impartial analysis, and tailored career advice, supported by a robust candidate database and 24/7 availability. We provide free CV writing, interview preparation, and negotiation support, ensuring candidates and clients achieve optimal outcomes. Our longevity and specialist focus have cemented our reputation as market leaders, serving both UK and international markets with integrity and professionalism.
Services
Loss Adjusting Recruitment
Claims Management Jobs
Surveying Profession Roles
Insurance Sector Placements
International Adjusting Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialist recruitment expertise in loss adjusting.
- Our consultants provide 24/7 career advice tailored to your field.
- We deliver free professional CV writing services reflecting your skills.
- We conduct impartial analysis of your current and potential earnings.
- We partner with major insurers, brokers, and adjusting firms nationwide.
Services
Loss Adjusting Recruitment
We specialise in placing professionals in loss adjusting roles across property, liability, and major loss sectors. Our consultants understand the evolving demands of the profession and connect candidates with opportunities at all levels. With a focus on technical expertise and market knowledge, we support both UK and international placements.
Claims Management Jobs
Our recruitment services cover claims handling positions in TPA, motor, and commercial sectors. We work with brokers, insurers, and forensic accountants to identify roles matching candidates' specialist skills. Our process includes interview preparation and salary negotiation to ensure successful outcomes.
Surveying Profession Roles
We recruit for surveying positions including building, quantity, and subsidence specialists. Our team understands the technical requirements of these roles and connects professionals with firms needing their expertise. We provide guidance on career progression and market trends.
Insurance Sector Placements
Our placements span insurance roles from entry-level to director positions. We work with candidates in underwriting, risk assessment, and claims management, offering tailored advice on career development. Our industry knowledge ensures placements align with both candidate skills and employer needs.
International Adjusting Opportunities
We facilitate international placements for experienced adjusters seeking overseas roles. Our network includes major loss adjusting firms across multiple jurisdictions. We provide guidance on relocation, licensing requirements, and market-specific practices to ensure smooth transitions.
People
Nick Fraser
Company Director
Nick founded Independent Appointments UK in 1984 after recruitment industry experience. He specialises in loss adjusting and claims roles, providing consultancy advice globally. His leadership has maintained the company's focus on specialist recruitment since 2020.
Andy Cowling
Company Director
Andy joined the business after working as a property loss adjuster with Cunningham Lindsey. He specialises in traditional adjusting, management, and surveyor appointments. He became a director in 2018, bringing extensive industry knowledge to his role.
Donna Pastor
Senior Managing Consultant
Donna has worked in recruitment since 2003, focusing on loss adjusting and insurance claims sectors. She manages client relationships and business development, leveraging her expertise to match candidates with suitable roles across the UK.
Ros Lawrence
Operations Manager
Ros provides administrative support to consultants, drawing on eight years of senior secretarial experience. She manages office functions and supports recruitment processes, ensuring efficient operations for the team.
Julie Gregg
Senior Personal Assistant
Julie supports consultants with recruitment administration, applying her insurance recruitment experience. She handles candidate communications and logistical coordination, contributing to the smooth delivery of recruitment services.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in?
We focus on loss adjusting, claims management, surveying, and insurance recruitment across the UK and internationally.
Is your service free for candidates?
Yes, all our services including CV writing, interview preparation, and job placement are completely free.
How do you handle confidential roles?
Most of our work is confidential, with clients requesting discreet candidate searches for unadvertised positions.
Do you offer international placements?
Yes, we facilitate global opportunities for experienced professionals seeking overseas roles in loss adjusting.
What support do you provide during resignation?
We guide candidates through the resignation process to ensure smooth transitions into new employment.
