Claims Manager

Insurance Industry

Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Key Responsibilities

  • Lead Claims Team: Manage and guide the claims department to ensure consistent, accurate, and fair claim handling every day.
  • Claims Evaluation: Review and assess claim submissions, verify coverage, and make fair decisions quickly and correctly.
  • Policy Compliance: Ensure all claims match company policy rules, UAE regulations, and reporting standards without errors.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Work with brokers, adjusters, legal teams, and insurers to resolve complex claims smoothly.
  • Trend Analysis: Study claims data, monitor trends, and recommend improvements for faster and better claim results.
  • Reporting: Prepare clear reports for senior management showing claims status, key issues, and performance metrics.
  • Process Improvement: Create better claim procedures, improve systems, and help digitalize tasks for efficiency.

Requirements

  • Experience: 5–10 years in insurance claims management, handling claim evaluation and settlement.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Finance, Business, Risk Management, or related field.
  • Technical Competence: Skilled in claims systems, data reporting, analysis, and claim software tools.
  • Project Controls: Able to plan work, meet deadlines, and maintain quality under pressure.
  • Leadership: Strong ability to lead teams, coach staff, and manage performance well.
  • Commercial Acumen: Good negotiation, decision‑making and understanding of insurance market dynamics.

FAQs

Do I need Dubai experience to apply?

UAE or Dubai experience is preferred, especially in insurance claims roles.

Is a specific qualification required?

A bachelor’s degree in relevant field is standard; professional insurance certificates are a plus.

What systems will I use?

Expect to use claims management software and reporting tools common in UAE insurers.

Will I manage a team?

Yes, leading and developing claims staff is a key part of the role.

What lines of insurance claims will I handle?

Claims may cover health, motor, property, liability and other insurance types.

Do I need regulatory knowledge?

Yes, understanding UAE insurance rules and compliance is important.