Insurance claims handler
Code 3315.3
Insurance claims handlers ensure that all insurance claims are handled accurately and that payment for valid claims is made to the policyholders. They use statistical data and reporting to calculate and adjust claims as needed, communicate with and guide policyholders and monitor the progress of a claim.
Essential skills
Knowledge
- actuarial science
- insurance law
- fraud detection
- principles of insurance
- claims procedures
- types of insurance
Skills and competences
- analyse claim files
- apply technical communication skills
- classify insurance claims
- communicate with beneficiaries
- interview insurance claimants
- manage claim files
- handle incoming insurance claims
- organise a damage assessment
- review insurance process
Transversal competences
- calculate compensation payments
- provide financial product information
- maintain records of financial transactions
- synthesise financial information
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