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Non-Motor Field Assessor (Jg8)

Non-Motor Field Assessor (Jg8)

Santam InsuranceSouth Africa
16 hours ago
Job description

This career opportunity is available at Non-Motor region and the successful incumbent will be based in Bloemfontein.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?The successful candidate will determine the quantum and merit of segmented non-motor claims by performing investigations, verifying the description of the event with the loss, negotiating with (client, intermediary and service providers) and settlement of claims within a delegated threshold and according to contract conditions.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE?

  • Receiving instruction from Claims Service Consultant (appraisal notes & docs).
  • Checking completion and correctness of document and policy conditions.
  • Planning routes for claims, make arrangements and contact client.
  • Identifying what is required and outstanding from client.
  • Deciding on what must be investigated and whether specialist expertise is required e.g.

builder, engineer.

  • Assessing risk to provide recommendations to underwriting.
  • Appointing specialist resources if required.
  • Interacting with the police, weather bureau etc.
  • to assess merit.

  • Comparing information collected to the policy requirements and claim details presented.
  • Determining equivalent replacement and determine risk.
  • Deciding and negotiating on replacement / cash / claims card.
  • Authorizing repairs / cash settlement.
  • Writing Claims Report and updating the central claims file.
  • Handle and resolve clients / brokers complaints in a timely and fair manner.
  • Managing relationships with client, broker, service providers and internal stakeholders (relationship managers, claims committee, opinions from underwriters); and
  • Ensuring effective and continuous communication with all stakeholders.
  • QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics

    Short-term insurance qualification (NQF4) plus completed Digital Non-motor Assessors Skills Programme

    Certified Fraud Examiner qualification advantageous

    Five years' or more relevant experience at digital non-motor level (full spectrum), field assessing experience advantageous

    Seven or more years' relevant claims assessment experience (non-motor) (full spectrum)

    KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • All relevant product training completed
  • Familiar with IM external systems
  • Must have experience in adjusting process, assessor reporting tools, building terminology, repair estimation on building damage, indemnity issues, non-standard roofing e.g.
  • thatching, floor coverings, gyproc, building repair calculator and advanced electronic equipment

  • Ability to do investigations on buildings, its contents and fire
  • PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Analytical thinking

    Information seeking

    Directiveness

    Initiative

    Flexibility

    Customer Service Orientation

    ABOUT THE COMPANYSantam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa.

    We are a large, diversified, expanding and transforming company and whilst based in South Africa, we are rapidly moving into a number of emerging markets, both in Africa and Asia.

    Our success is rooted in our passion for our clients and everything we do is centered on our delivery of Insurance Good and Proper.

    We're about people.

    People drive our business so it follows that we want to recruit the best people possible whether they work for us permanently or for a short time as temporary employees.

    At Santam we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity.

    This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society.

    In achieving our employment equity goals we give preference to applicants from the designated groups in alignment with the Divisions Employment Equity targets.

    Our recruitment process

    OnboardingStep 8

    You made it.

    Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.

    Our recruitment process

    AdvertiseStep 1

    Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required.

    Our recruitment process

    Step 2

    Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role.

    Our recruitment process

    Step 3

    Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process.

    Our recruitment process

    Telephonic screeningStep 4

    Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions.

    Our recruitment process

    Your interviewStep 5

    We use a competency interview model.

    Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail.

    During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained.

    Remain calm and sell yourself.

    This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job.

    You only get one shot!

    Our recruitment process

    AssessmentStep 6

    Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment.

    Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials.

    Our recruitment process

    Step 7

    Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department.Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview.

    Our recruitment process

    OnboardingStep 8

    You made it.

    Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.

    Our recruitment process

    AdvertiseStep 1

    Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required.

    Our recruitment process

    Step 2

    Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role.

    Our recruitment process

    Step 3

    Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process.

    Our recruitment process

    Telephonic screeningStep 4

    Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions.

    Our recruitment process

    Your interviewStep 5

    We use a competency interview model.

    Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail.

    During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained.

    Remain calm and sell yourself.

    This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job.

    You only get one shot!

    Our recruitment process

    AssessmentStep 6

    Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment.

    Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials.

    Our recruitment process

    Step 7

    Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department.Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview.

    Our recruitment process

    OnboardingStep 8

    You made it.

    Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.

    TIPS & TRICKSGetting ready for your interviewThere is not just one way to be successful at Santam, nor is there one way to interview with us.

    Interviewing is a two-way process - it helps us learn about you, and it helps you learn about us, our people, and what you could do here.

    Santam has been officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer for excellence in people practices.

    This is the eighth consecutive year that we have achieved this accolade.

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