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Job Description- 12 month contract opportunity
This role is responsible for leading a team of Senior Claims and Rehabilitation Consultants to implement exceptional claims handling and service experience in line with TALs claims philosophy, claims handling procedures and risk management framework. It is also responsible and accountable for the strategic development of the Claims Service Model with Link, successful implementation and service delivery to Australian Super aligned to broader claims business unit.This role is focused on providing a market-leading customer experience while appropriately managing risk and regulatory compliance. This will be achieved by ensuring strong operational disciplines, portfolio management, stakeholder engagement and ensuring capability development across the team. The
Team Manager is also responsible for the resolution of escalated issues or customer complaints, whilst delivering outcomes that align with TAL’s claims philosophy.Contributing towards a culture of process improvement by driving localised process improvements and effective change management to embed required change within the team while ensuring a best practice approach to claims handling • Contributing to department and company projects as required.
Qualifications- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar Team Manager role within Financial Services/Insurance Industry or 5 years’ experience in a Claims Consultant (or similar) role
- Strong knowledge of Insurance (Preference given to Life Insurance experience) • Demonstrated experience in operational management
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Sound knowledge of claims handling practices
- Sound knowledge of the Life Insurance Code of Practice and associated assessment and operational requirements
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Health or Allied Health (desirable)
- Diploma or Certificate IV in Life Insurance, or equivalent (desirable).
You’re always accountable for your actions. You never give up. You strive to find the best outcomes for customers and partners. And you value working together to find the best solutions for problems.As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your eligibility for a role at TAL including Criminal History, Bankruptcy, Entitlement to Work, Regulatory and Reference Checks.
Additional InformationAt TAL we value diversity in all its forms and are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable culture for all our people. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from all backgrounds, including those with caring responsibilities, people living with disability, and individuals from the CALD and LGBTQI+ communities to apply. Even if you don’t check every box in the criteria above, we encourage you to apply today or get in touch with usTo provide you with the best experience, we can accommodate you at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team at any time.TAL is recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice. We are proud to be a member of Diversity Council Australia and the Australian Network on Disability. For information on our reconciliation journey, take a look at ourWe acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Land in which our Head Office is based, the land of the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, and recognise their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands that we operate across and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging.#LI-HybridEveryone at TAL has a responsibility to do the right thing and is accountable for the way they conduct themselves. Our expectations are that you follow the principles set out in our Code of Conduct when you come to work every day. Risk management is everyone’s responsibility.If you are already a TAL employee please apply via the SmartRecruiters button in Workday and navigate to the Employee Portal. This is important to ensure that your application is recorded accurately.