Claims Administrator

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Claims Administrator. Terms and conditions vacancy

Gallagher Bassett (GB) is New Zealand's premier third party administrator. We manage group insurance plans and claims on behalf of insurers, brokers, government bodies and self-insured organisations. We are part of the leading global risk management and insurance group Arthur J Gallagher & Co, with over 26,000 great people worldwide in over 140 countries.

Through a team geographically dispersed throughout New Zealand, GB provides a suite of claims management and related services out of offices located in Auckland, Napier, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin.

We are proud to be one of 124 companies, from 19 countries and representing 52 industry categories, named on the Ethisphere Institute’s 2017 World’s Most Ethical Companies list for the sixth consecutive year.
 
The position
 
We are currently looking for a highly-motivated individual who will bring passion, enthusiasm and commitment to this fast-paced role.  As first point of call, you will be responsible for providing essential administrative responsibilities and information gathering to ensure the smooth and accurate processing of personal injury claims.  To be successful in this role you will have an excellent telephone manner, high-quality listening skills and attention to detail.
 
Your key responsibilities will include:
 
Lodging new claims for assessment and record details throughout the process including information gathering, treatment requests and obtaining incident reports

• Gathering and following up on information in order to assist in determining cover, including making cover decisions for low risk claims
• Accurate interpretation of ACC legislation pertaining to Claims Management
• Managing incoming calls that come through from our customers and, where possible, dealing with inquiries, or directing the call to the appropriate person
• Generating and sending appropriate correspondence to follow up on claims and sending referrals to specialists
• Keep updated records and provide these to key stakeholders in a timely manner

The person
 
We want you to be successful, therefore as a minimum you’ll need: 

• Ideally at least 12 months’ insurance industry or ACC experience
• You will be familiar with process improvement and have a strong background in customer service
• Fantastic communication skills, allowing you to build an easy rapport with customers and your colleagues
• Great time management where you can demonstrate you can juggle multiple priorities with ease
• Be computer and systems savvy
• Positive and hard-working attitude 

The benefits
 
Life at GB is often fast paced, unpredictable, challenging, yet also deeply rewarding. It is social and engaging, with some of our benefits including:

• Attractive remuneration package
• Subsidised health insurance;
• Staff referral incentive;
• Service recognition awards;
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (for yourself and immediate family members); and
• The opportunity to work for a company that gives back to the community through our Gentle Bear program

To apply
 
If you think you can make a positive difference to our business we want to hear from you today!
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Only people with the right to work in this country will be considered for this position.
Previous applicants need not re-apply, as previous applications have been retained.
Applications from agencies will not be accepted.