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Claims Assessor - Life Insurance (TPD & Income Protection)

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Permanent

Sydney
Insurance

Danielle Murphy

danielle@kennedyreid.com.au

0429103614

26-May-2026

The Role
You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of life insurance claims, assessing eligibility and making timely, fair decisions aligned with policy and regulatory guidelines.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 60–70 claims
  • Assess Group claims linked to superannuation funds (with potential exposure to multiple funds or a dedicated fund)
  • Work across TPD (Total & Permanent Disablement) and/or Income Protection claims
  • Liaise with medical professionals, employers, and stakeholders to gather evidence
  • Ensure compliance with policy terms and legislative requirements
  • Deliver high-quality customer outcomes within service timeframes
About the Environment
  • Focus on Group Insurance policies (superfund-based) with consistent policy structures
  • Exposure to Retail policies available in some teams (customisable, individual cover)
  • Collaborative team structures with ongoing hiring and growth
  • Hybrid working model (2–3 days WFH)
What We’re Looking For
  • Previous experience in life insurance claims assessment (TPD and/or IP)
  • Strong understanding of Group insurance policies
  • Ability to manage a portfolio and meet deadlines
  • Backgrounds considered:
    • Allied Health (e.g., physio, OT)
    • Legal / Insurance / Financial Services
    • CTP or Workers Comp claims
    • Nursing or medical backgrounds
  • Strong communication, investigation, and decision-making skills
Preferred Experience
  • Experience handling portfolio volumes of 60+ claims
  • Delegated authority (DA) exposure e.g.:
    • IP: ~$5K–$7K monthly benefit
    • TPD: ~$175K+ assessment levels
  • Stable tenure in previous roles (systems are complex, requiring commitment)
What’s on Offer
  • Salary up to $110K–$140K package depending on experience
  • Performance bonus up to 10%
  • Hybrid working arrangements
  • Structured onboarding and training
  • Continuous hiring & team growth – strong career progression opportunities
 
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