HR & Talent Acquisition Executive Location: Rathfarnham (Hybrid role) Reports to: HR Manager Role Overview The HR & Talent Acquisition Executive will support KennCos growing HR function by acting as the organisations internal recruiter and providing end-to-end HR support. This role will lead Talent Acquisition, ensuring KennCo attracts, sources, and hires high-quality candidates. Alongside recruitment, the role will support key HR operations, employee relations, policy development, and HR compliance to ensure a positive and effective employee experience. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Act as KennCos internal recruiter, managing full-cycle recruitment across the company. Develop and implement effective talent acquisition strategies and policies. Build and maintain a structured talent pipeline and candidate database to support current and future hiring needs. Use a variety of sourcing channels to attract top talent. Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements, market conditions, and future recruitment needs. Manage the screening process, including CV shortlisting, preliminary interviews, and coordination of interviews with hiring managers. Research industry trends, market conditions, and recruitment best practices to improve talent acquisition processes. Represent KennCo at career fairs, industry events, and recruitment activities to enhance the employer brand. HR Operations & Support Provide HR guidance to employees and managers in line with legislation, company policy, and HR best practice. Stay up to date with Irish employment legislation and HR trends to provide accurate and effective advice. Proactively support disciplinary, grievance, and employee relations cases as required. Monitor and review HR policies, procedures, and guidelines, recommending updates and ensuring compliance with new legislation. Support the HR Manager in managing KennCos Time & Attendance System Support scheduling, coordination, and administration of internal training courses. Ensure personnel files are accurate, compliant, and maintained to GDPR standards. Liaise with the Accounts team regarding payroll matters. Liaise with the Insurance Institute regarding employees memberships, CPD, and exam requirements. Any other duties as may be required by the HR Manager. Qualifications & Experience Required Must hold a Level 7 or Level 8 degree in Human Resource Management or a related HR discipline. 24 years experience in HR, Talent Acquisition, or a similar role. Strong understanding of end to end recruitment processes and sourcing techniques. Working knowledge of Irish employment legislation. Experience supporting employee relations cases is desirable. High attention to detail with strong organisational and administrative skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships. Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy HR function. Proficiency in HR systems (HRIS/TMS) and MS Office. Personal Attributes Professional, confidential, and trustworthy. Proactive, solution-focused, and able to work independently. Strong customer service mindset with a commitment to delivering an excellent employee experience. Keen interest in progressing within HR and Talent Acquisition. If you are interested in this position, please forward a copy of your CV and cover letter to Elaine, HR Manager at the following e-mail address: KennCo Underwriting Ltd is an equal opportunities employer Benefits: Work From Home Pension Private Healthcare Annual Performance Bonus Remote Work EAP
MOTOR CLAIMS HANDLER FULL TIME HYBRIDCONTRACT KennCo are currently recruiting a Motor Claims Handler based in their South Dublin office in Dublin 16. The company was founded in 2008 and it is a dedicated, Broker only Underwriting Agency, acting as a product producer on behalf of top rated European and Irish based insurers. KennCo performs all the duties of an insurer, from underwriting, pricing, distribution, branding, broker agreements/schemes, accounts reconciliation to full claims handling and settlement. In order to perform these duties to the upmost satisfaction of the major insurers which we represent, KennCo employs high calibre experienced employees. In return, KennCo provides a positive working environment where the culture is very teamwork focused. In addition, we provide our employees with valuable experience and on the job training. This is a full-time permanent contract and the successful candidate will report directly to the Claims Operations Manager. The Motor Claims Handler will work closely with the wider claims function and the underwriting departments. The ideal candidate must have two years relevant prior Motor claims handling. They must be a minimum of APA qualified or grandfathered, ideally working towards CIP. Key Duties / Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the role of the Motor Claims Handler will include but will not be limited to: Providing excellent customer service for customers whilst ensuring all critical data is captured at notification stage as accurately as possible. Handling all incoming communication proactively to ensure the early and cost-effective resolution of all claims Dealing with all incoming correspondence from claimants, assessors, garages, solicitors and other interested parties to ensure that there is no escalation of claim duration and duration related costs i.e. escalation/car hire Desktop investigations of claims at the initial stage and where possible decide on and confirm indemnity and liability. Negotiating settlements of claims in a professional and fair manner with all interested parties. Handling an assigned workload of claims through to final settlement Reporting to Claims Manager with any changes in the complexity of claims, ensuring they are identified and dealt with appropriately. Conducting regular file and reserve reviews ensuring service standards/quality are in accordance with agreed SLAs Managing personal performance targets to ensure all personal and team targets are met Carrying out such duties as management may require from time to time. Key Skills: A minimum of two years claims handling is essential. APA/Grandfathered status, ideally working towards CIP. Customer-focused and ability to agree win-win situations. Awareness of Underwriting Principles and applicable legal and liability knowledge, claims regulations, compliance (CPC) & motor legislation. Methodical & structured approach to work demonstrating good problem-solving skills. Excellent negotiation and decision-making skills. Ability to work on own initiative. Flexible with the ability to manage and prioritise the workload in order to fully deliver on objectives. Excellent communication & telephone skills The ideal candidate will be a team player with a positive attitude, be proactive and highly motivated.
Position Financial Lines Underwriter KennCoUnderwritingLimitedarecurrentlyrecruitingforanadditional FinancialLinesUnderwriterto join their team. Reporting to the Head of Financial Lines, you will work with your colleagues in the Financial Lines team as part of a hybrid role based in Rathfarnham, Dublin 16. Responsibilities TheunderwritingofFinancialLinesproductsProfessionalIndemnity,MedicalMalpractice, Directors & Officers Liability, Cyber Insurance, Life Sciences and Event Cancellation. WorkinginconjunctionwiththeFinancialLinesmanagertodevelopandgrowproductswith new and existing capacity providers. ParticipatinginbinderrenewalsandCapitalProvideraudits. Meetingsalestargetswhilstmaintainunderwritingstandards. Proactivelymanagingtherenewalofpolicies,issuingproposalforms,renewaltermsand following up on outstanding documentation. Workingcloselywithbrokerstoretainbusiness. Processingmid-termamendments. DevelopingadetailedunderstandingofallourFinancialLinesproducts. BuildingrelationshipswithBrokersbycorrespondence,phoneandattendingbroker meetings when required. Committing to continually improving quality and efficiency within the team, and to achieving personal and team objectives. Other duties and responsibilities as may be required by Management Requirements Resultsdrivenwithabilitytomakeowndecisionsandworkonowninitiative. Anexperiencedunderwritingprofessional,withaproventrackrecordinFinancialLines. CIPqualified Proven experience of dealing with brokers and clients. If you are interested in this position, please forward a copy of your CV and covering letter by clicking APPLY below. KennCo Underwriting Limited is an equal opportunities employer.
