Please Note: If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly to Kennedys or reach out to Kennedys' recruitment contact listed on our advert for a confidential conversation. We are not currently accepting applications from agencies for this position.

Kennedys is looking for a motivated and client-focused Claims Handler to join our Australian Claims Handling team.

You'll manage a varied portfolio of insurance claims from notification through to resolution, working closely with insurers, policyholders, brokers and our specialist legal teams.

With exposure across casualty, catastrophic injury, cyber, medical malpractice, motor and professional indemnity claims, this is a great opportunity to broaden your technical expertise while working in a collaborative and globally connected environment.

What you'll be doing

- Managing claims from initial notification through to settlement or closure
- Assessing coverage, liability and quantum and developing appropriate claims strategies
- Reviewing policies, documentation and evidence
- Managing reserves and undertaking regular claim reviews
- Building strong relationships with insurers, brokers, policyholders and other stakeholders
- Negotiating timely and commercially appropriate outcomes
- Providing clear and timely reporting to clients




- Collaborating with Kennedys' lawyers where specialist legal advice or litigation support is required

What we're looking for

- Previous claims handling experience within an insurer, broker, MGA, TPA, law firm or similar insurance environment
- A good understanding of insurance principles and the end-to-end claims lifecycle
- Experience reviewing policies, claims documentation and supporting evidence
- An understanding of coverage, liability and quantum
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Confident communication and negotiation skills
- Sound commercial judgement and a client-focused approach
- Robust organisation skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload and competing priorities
- A proactive and collaborative approach to working with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders
- An ANZIIF qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be advantageous
- Experience with Lloyd's, the London Market or international insurance claims would be advantageous but is not essential

Ready for something different? Bring your claims experience to Kennedys and develop your career in an environment that combines insurance expertise, legal knowledge and global opportunity!

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.

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