Location - JohannesburgClosing Date - 11 November 2024Please Note - Preference will be given to Applicants from Underrepresented GroupsJob FamilyAdministration, Operations and FacilitiesOperationsManage OthersFAIS AffectedJob PurposeTo manage and lead a team of claims handlers/administrators in order to facilitate the processing of both internal and external client instructions on behalf of the relevant department.Job ResponsibilitiesMinimise expenses by using cost effective processes and staying within the operational budget.Ensure turnaround times are met through processing financial transactions within the Service Level Agreement (SLA) requirements.Ensure effective management of work by adhering to stipulated timeframes and quality delivery of work.Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with external clients through offering quality service and meeting turnaround times.Manage trusting working relationships with internal stakeholders through engagement sessions, appropriate reporting and regular communication.Ensure client satisfaction by understanding and meeting their required needs.Manage the performance of staff by putting in place resource plans that include work allocation and clear accountability.Manage quality of work by performing quality checks and taking corrective action where necessary.Improve the performance of the team through multiskilling, job enhancement, process improvement etc.Drive operational improvement by identifying and implementing appropriate solutions.Mentor and coach staff on identified performance gaps by discussing these performance gaps and agreeing on appropriate action to be taken.Motivate staff to perform and contribute to the success of the business by creating an environment of teamwork through engaging with staff and encouraging participation in decision making processes.Stay abreast in field of expertise and deliver on the expectations from stakeholders by building capability of self and staff through identifying current and future training and development needs.Contribute to team effectiveness by following the recruitment process when recruiting talent.Maintain a capable high performing team and ensure an environment for optimal performance is created by identifying talent pool through conducting career conversations, utilising the talent grid principles and developing talent retention programmes.Ensure self and staff understand and embrace the Nedbank Vision and Values by leading by example and re-enforcing values during meetings.Manage the onboarding process of new employees by ensuring execution of preparations according to the onboarding checklist.Ensure transformational targets are met for own team through consideration of targets during the staff recruitment, retention and training process.Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives.Address issues raised in culture surveys by participating in the development and implementation of action plans.Create a client service culture through various required interventions.Achieve operational excellence by supporting the implementation of business optimisation improvement through team engagement.Encourage team to generate innovative ideas and share knowledge.Essential Qualifications - NQF LevelMatric / Grade 12 / National Senior CertificatePreferred QualificationNQF 5 - Higher Certificate in Short-term InsuranceMinimum Experience Level3 - 5 years Motor and Non-Motor Claims handling experience.Deep understanding of claims processes and policy terms is essential.Supervisory or leadership experience including managing workflows, handling escalations, and guiding claims handlers.Technical / Professional KnowledgeBusiness administration and managementClient service managementCommunication StrategiesDiversity managementGovernance, Risk and ControlsPrinciples of project managementRelevant regulatory knowledgeCoachingCustomer FocusDecision MakingBuilding talentPlanning and Organizing
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