
The position for a Claims Administrator has become available at MUA, Cape Town. MUA is looking for a high energy dynamic individual with a strong claims background in both home and motor insurance. The successful applicant will assist the Claims non-motor Buildings team.
Main Purpose:
- To ensure that all documentation for new claims is completed and captured on the system.
- To process, negotiate and finalise all claims falling within the ambit of this position.
Main Job Functions:
- Registration of new claims.
- Intricate knowledge of claim process and claim validation.
- Appoint Loss Adjuster/ Investigator if and when necessary.
- Make critical claims technical decisions in line with MUA’s products and procedures and within the set timeframes (company turnaround times).
- Update claims and estimates on the system.
- Manage a diary of the workflow and deadlines for information and service.
- Make payments as required.
- Maintain a good relationship of co-operation, feedback and service to Brokers and Service Providers. This includes telephonic and written queries, and correspondence.
- Provide reports to management as required.
Competencies (Key Requirements):
The suitable incumbent must have the following competencies:
- Registered as a representative with the FSCA within the last 5 years for Short Term Personal and / or Commercial lines – intermediary services.
- The incumbent has 3 to 5 years claims experience together with good administration skills and the ability to look at all aspects of the job, regardless how detailed.
- Ability to be a team player that can actively encourage open and frank communication in a team environment. Encourages a climate of teamwork through their actions; and is committed to team goals rather than personal goals.
- Positive and willing attitude as well as a service culture
- Susceptible to change.
- Ability to prioritise own workload.
- Ability to remain calm and productive under pressure as this can be a fast-paced job.
- Methodical / analytical ability and numerical ability – able to analyse situations, form opinions, and make decisions independently, and calculations accurately.
- High level of communication skills (both written and verbal).
- The ability to proactively develop customer relationships, making efforts to listen and understand the customer, anticipating and providing solutions to customer needs to customer satisfaction.
- Computer Literacy (MS Office: Outlook, Word, and Excel).
If you are interested in applying, please submit your latest CV, copies of full qualification documents and DOFA document to: careers@mua.co.za