Job Description

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General Re Corporation, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. It owns General Reinsurance Corporation and General Reinsurance AG, which conducts business as Gen Re.
Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of 37 offices, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies. We value diversity, equality and inclusion and promote a culture that supports professional and personal growth.


General Reinsurance, Cape Town Branch (a subsidary of General Reinsurance AG) is offering an opportunity for

Claims and Data Administrator

in our

Life Australia, UK, SA, Canada

division.

Key Responsibilities

The position reports to the Claims Manager for the Life Health Claims Team in South Africa as well as a dotted reporting line to the Data Manager in Australia. The Claims and Data Administrator will be responsible for the claims administration in South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa as well as Australia.


The role entails:

Administration of linking policies and benefits to claims Working with the Claims and Data teams on various claims related items Monitoring mailboxes for incoming data and liaising with clients to ensure timely receipt Responsibility for Initiating claim assessment process Assisting with the preparation of death claims Manage the outstanding claims process and claims review process Working with the Valuation, Claims and Data teams on reporting and reconciliations Support the Gen Re Claims and Data teams with various projects, e.g. support on client audits Demonstrate clear and concise written and verbal communication to internal stakeholders and Gen Re clients

Qualifications & Experience

We are looking for top applicants that have a relevant tertiary qualification and relevant work experience in a Life Insurance or Reinsurance environment.




Requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills with an ability to build rapport and influence at all organizational levels Understanding of simple accounting principles and processes Ability to produce quality work in a timely manner Ability to work both independently, and in a team environment Strong analytical skills Ability to work in challenging situations with an ability to multi-task, be flexible, adaptable and a self-starter Strong attention to detail Highly developed interpersonal skills Ability to remain calm under pressure Solid software skills Fluent English, a second language would be advantageous

Contact

Human Resources

Our Address

General Reinsurance Africa Ltd.

(Reinsurer licensed to conduct composite insurance business)


2nd Floor, Waterway House North, 3 Dock Road V&A Waterfront,

Cape Town, 8001 (South Africa)



Preference will be given, but not limited to, candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act and our employment equity policy.