Claims

Expert

I have achieved my Higher Diploma in Insurance Management qualification and my MDI designation and complete 15 hours of CPD annually. As a senior technical leader, I have a deep understanding of insurance and I manage complex claims, influence strategy, and work across internal and external stakeholders. I bring together business insight, risk awareness, and innovation to drive long-term value.

What does an Insurance Claims Broker do?

Hear from our Education Specialist about the key role Insurance Claims Brokers play in the industry.

What do I do?

As an insurance claims broker, I need to possess a certain level of technical expertise...

Technical expertise areas

Strategic claims management

I manage the claims strategy, settle complex claims, oversee reserves and recovery actions, and evaluate outsourcing arrangements.

Interpret policies

I interpret complex policy wording, explain exclusions and warranties to stakeholders and ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.

Analyse data

I analyse technical reports and claims data to support effective settlement decision making and improve handling process.

Implement process improvement

I oversee system updates, ensure compliance with claims agreements and reinsurance procedures, support audits, and help improve customer experience by monitoring service quality and NPS (net promotion score).

How do I work?

These are the professional skills and behaviours that I need to be a successful Insurance Claims Broker.

  • I apply strategic thinking and advanced analytics to solve complex problems, anticipate risks, generate new knowledge to inform decision making and drive innovation.

    • Critical thinking
    • Decision making
    • Business numeracy
    • Problem solving
    • Analysing data or information
    • Strategic thinking
  • I communicate with authority, mentor others, and influence decisions through clear, impactful messaging. I lead strategic conversations and represent the organisation externally.

    • Questioning
    • Digital literacy
    • Stakeholder engagement
    • Business communication
    • Active listening
    • Reading comprehension
    • Empathy
    • Interpreting information
    • Negotiation
    • Consulting and Advising
  • I lead by example, drive continuous improvement, and shape best practices through thought leadership and knowledge sharing. 

    • Curiosity
    • Attention to detail
    • Updating and using relevant knowledge
  • I design strategic systems, manage complex data, and lead planning across teams. I ensure compliance, optimise resources and support talent development aligned with business goals. 

    • Processing information
    • Organising, planning and prioritising work
    • Gathering information
    • Multitasking
    • Evaluating information
    • Sustainable management of personnel resources
  • I build strong, inclusive teams and lead with purpose.  I mentor others, drive collaboration, and influence culture through advocacy, performance and strategic leadership. 

    • Relationship management
    • Teamwork
    • Customer service
    • Advocacy
    • Developing, influencing and building teams
    • Guiding, directing and motivating others

Hear from Actual Insurance Claims Brokers

Dive into the daily life of an Insurance Claims Broker.

Next Steps

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