Claims Assessor : Life / Death / Disability / Severe illness - 6 month contract

Recruiter:

Isilumko Staffing (JHB)

Job Ref:

1617188966

Date posted:

Thursday, September 4, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Position: Claims Assessor – Individual Life Benefits
Location: Sandton
Industry: Long-Term Insurance | Banking Client

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision, service excellence, and impactful decision-making? Our client, a leading name in the banking and insurance space, is looking for a Claims Assessor to join their high-performing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for interpreting complex medical and legal information, this is your moment to shine.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Assess productivity targets — average of 7 benefits per day per individual
Deliver exceptional service through formal, standards-driven communication
Independently assess claims within authority limits to ensure accuracy and minimize error rates
Uphold service level agreements to maintain operational excellence
Achieve Quality Assurance scores above 85% for claims decisions and communication
Present complex claims (disputes, declines, voids) to cross-functional committees including medical, legal, underwriting, actuarial, and compliance

What You Bring:

Experience:
• 3–5 years in Claims Assessment (Death, Disability, Severe Illness) — Essential
• 2–3 years in Underwriting — Advantageous

Understanding medical codes

Education & Registration:
• Matric — Essential
• Diploma/Bachelor’s in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, or Physiotherapy — Essential
• 3–5 years of relevant claims experience, long term insurance

Skills:
• Analytical thinking
• Communication
• Decision-making
• Attention to detail

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