Chartered loss adjuster : Entry requirements

Although this area of work is open to all graduates, a degree/HND in the following subjects may increase your chances:

• accountancy;
• building/construction management;
• business studies;
• economics;
• engineering;
• insurance studies;
• law;
• mathematics;
• risk management;
• statistics;
• surveying.

The degree subject is generally less important to employers than showing the competencies and potential to handle the varying demands of work as a loss adjuster.

Entry without a degree or HND is possible for school or college leavers with A-level/Higher or equivalent qualifications. Work would probably start in claims handling for an insurance company.

Postgraduate qualifications are not necessary for entry and do not usually increase your chances.

Previous experience in fields such as insurance, engineering, accountancy or surveying may be very helpful; loss adjusting is frequently a second career.

Candidates need to show evidence of the following:

• strong oral and written communication skills;
• a good standard of numeracy;
• research, investigation and analytical skills;
• excellent time management;
• confidence and resilience.

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