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As a Senior Claims Assessor, you will play a crucial role in evaluating and processing Death, Critical illness, Disability and Incapacity claims. Your primary responsibility will be to assess the validity of claims and ensure that they meet the stipulated criteria for pay-out. This role requires a keen attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to make fair and informed decisions.
Your responsibilities will include:Perform all death claims related activities which include - claim processing, responding to claims related queries and complaints.Application of fund rules, policies, legislation, administration procedures and the service level agreement when processingMeet production standards in terms of quantity and quality.Liaise with employers and service providers.Attend to the fund central mailbox and respond to queries within SLA.Any other duties as determined by business needs and participate in all organizational events as required.Drafting of resolution letters.Good administrative skills.Good communication skills, verbal and written.Ability to work under pressure, be target driven and meet deadlines.Ability to investigate and report fraudulent claimsComplaints handlingFulfil reporting functions, contributing to a transparent and accountable claims assessment processInvestigate and report fraudulent claims, actively participating in complaints handlingMeet production standards for both quantity and quality, demonstrating excellent administrative skillsHandle death claims activities, respond to queries and complaints promptlyUpskilling of the Junior assessorsAssisting with Junior assessors overrides and approvals within your mandateThe Ideal Candidate for this role will have:
Must have technical / professional qualifications:
Matric Certificate, Computer literacy (Advanced word and Excel), RE 5- Representative, certificate related to claims assessment or long-term insurance
Core competencies, knowledge, and experience:
2-4 years Group Schemes administration /claims experience expert level understanding of benefits offered in the risk benefits portfolio eg. Death, Disability, Incapacity, Critical Illness, Funeral. Must have strong organisational awareness in order to anticipate the impact of actions on other groups.Investigation skills, problem solving, decision making.
We make an impact by offering:
Enticing incentive programs, competitive benefit packages, and an exclusive 13th chequeRetirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefitsCell phone and data benefits, advantages fibre connection discounts, and exclusive staff discounts offered in collaboration with partner companies
Closing date for Applications: 04 July 2024
The base location for this role is Vodacom Campus Midrand
The company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
Vodacom is committed to an organizational culture that recognizes, appreciates, and values diversity & inclusion.