Job Description
About the Role
Our client in the Insurance industry is seeking an experienced Administrator to join their team, specifically handling IL Claims Assessment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing and assessing life and funeral claims, ensuring timely and accurate payment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assessing and processing of life and funeral claims within 48 hours of receipt
• Process funeral and life claims and prepare for claims approval process
• Verify premiums paid on the system prior to assessing claims
• Verify deceased and beneficiaries against main policy on the system
• Confirm the policy holder’s relationship to the deceased
• Liaise with Re-insurers where necessary on Life cover policies below R300 000.00
• Refer suspicious fraudulent claims to Specialist administrator
• Discuss complex claims with in-house professional advisor and consultants
• Follow up timeously on all outstanding claims
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders on outstanding and incorrect Id numbers and where the person is covered on the application form but does not exist on the system
• Liaise with Client services where the deceased died before the policy became inactive to activate the policy prior to assessing
• Identify disputes and complaints of complex claims
• Recommend a solution to Senior Manager where claim arises a day before the 6 month waiting period expires
• Update AIMS notes on system
• Be a 2nd validator on captured and authorized claims
• Give feedback on follow-up claims to Section leader
• Forward a spreadsheet of all finalized claims to Section Leader
- Claims pay-out
• Confirm status of the claim if it is approved or declined
• Where the age of the deceased differs with the one on the system apply the penalty formula
• Recommend decline/payment of claims
• Double check the consistency on banking details attached to the claim and the one on the system
• Forward the claim to Manager for payment
• Check the finance list and sign off
- Reconcile information received, processed and finalized
• Compile monthly individual statistics
• Compiling all branch registers month end (Death)
• Present challenges experienced and solutions taken to resolve them
Requirements
- Matric
- NQF 4 in Insurance (Advantage)
- 2 years life insurance in claims
- Intermediate MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Qualifications
No formal education or certifications are required for this role.
Salary & Benefits
Salary details are not specified.
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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