Sanlam
Junior Disability Claims Specialist
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Job Description
- Req#: 26951
Who are we?
Sanlam is a leading Financial Services Institution, which provides services in the fields of Individual Life Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Unit Trusts and Asset Management. To give substance to its objective to be fully-fledged Namibian Insurer, Sanlam is increasingly introducing greater financial and technical expertise.
What will you do?
To support the disability claims consultants in the validation, processing and payment of disability claims.
What will make you successful in this role?
Complete the full Administration process of disability benefits payable in monthly instalments and disability benefits payable in lump sums
Calculation and payments of benefits
Liaising with internal and external clients
Record keeping, summarising information and updating systems
Understand and interpret policy definitions and rules
Reporting as and when required
Qualification and Experience
Matric with Mathematics and/or Accounting
Minimum of 2 years experience in the employee benefits or life insurance industryKnowledge and Skills
Absolute proficiency in English (verbal and written). An additional local Namibian language will be a competitive advantage
Excellent product knowledge and understanding of the Group Risk Industry and Pricing principles
General understanding of Employee Benefits
Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Teams)Personal Attributes
Interpersonal savvy - Contributing independentlyDecision quality - Contributing independentlyAction orientated - Contributing independentlyOptimises work processes - Contributing independentlyBuild a successful career with us
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Core Competencies
Cultivates innovation - Contributing independentlyCustomer focus - Contributing independentlyDrives results - Contributing independentlyCollaborates - Contributing independentlyBeing resilient - Contributing independentlyTurnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is commited to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are the key components to ensure a thriving and sustainable business in Namibia. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
About the company
As one of the largest financial services groups in South Africa, Sanlam provides insurance, investment, financial planning & retirement advice to individuals, businesses & institutions.
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