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Life Claims Handler

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 11 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract
Full-time
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Hybrid model and flexibility after your first month of joining
  • Health insurance and exclusive benefits
  • Flexible compensation
  • Access to continuous training and a development plan
  • 26 vacation days + birthday day
  • Social benefits and an inclusive environment

The role

As a claims handler, the selected person will be responsible for the management and payment of claims for savings products.

What you'll do

To this end, your main duties will be:

  • Proactively register, examine, and resolve claims. Full review and validation of the documentation provided within the guidelines and limits described in the Global and Local Claims Policy.
  • Proactive request for additional or pending information from clients, beneficiaries, agents, collaborators, or external firms.
  • Analyze claim coverage and execute the corresponding claim payments diligently, applying current taxation and legal regulations.
  • Review of policy validity, exclusions, sums insured, and particular conditions.
  • Leverage office skills to improve productivity and the management of information within the Life Claims department.
  • Promote continuous improvement and efficiency of our processes through the analysis and identification of improvement opportunities during operational execution.
  • Contribute actively to the correct development of projects carried out in the area, facilitating and promoting teamwork where appropriate.

What do we need from you?

We expect the person joining the team to possess the following skills and experiences:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Law, Criminology, Economics, Business Administration and Management, or similar.
  • Knowledge at an insurance level, especially regarding risk products and claims management, will be valued.
  • Spoken and written English proficiency will be positively valued.
  • Advanced mastery of the Office suite (Excel, Access, Power Point, Powerapp).
  • Ability to work in a team with a high orientation toward service excellence and results.
  • Decision-making ability and oral and written communication skills.
  • Proactivity and empathy with internal and external clients.
  • Ability to generate reports (Excel, Powerapp)

What will make a difference in your profile

  • Organisation, planning and prioritisation of work, with autonomy, flexibility and a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Commitment to the organisation and a strong sense of responsibility, with rigour in daily performance.
  • Communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Customer orientation and problem-solving ability in operational and regulated environments.
  • High concentration capacity and attention to detail, especially when performing repetitive tasks.
  • Interest in the digitalisation and automation of processes, including the use of new technologies and Artificial Intelligence.
  • Continuous learning attitude, with a willingness to acquire and update technical knowledge.

Hiring process

2 steps1 interview
  1. Search and apply

  2. Application review

  3. Selection process

    If you are selected to progress forward, we will reach out to arrange next steps, which could include a phone or video interview, or possibly an assessment.

  4. Offer · With a talent acquisition consultant

  5. Preparing for your start

  6. Onboarding

    Your new career at Zurich will kick off with a job-specific onboarding process and welcome experience.

  • Zurich will never ask you to purchase your own equipment or to pay to apply.
  • If you are not selected to move forward in the process, you will receive a notification via email.

About Zurich Insurance Spain

Zurich Insurance Spain is the Spanish arm of Zurich Insurance Group, one of the world's largest and most established insurance providers. The company offers a broad range of insurance products and services, including life, pensions, property, casualty, and commercial insurance, serving both individual and corporate clients. With a significant workforce in Spain, it operates as a key market within the global Zurich network, which is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, and employs over 60,000 people worldwide.

In Spain, Zurich has a strong presence with offices in major cities such as Madrid and Barcelona, and it is known for its focus on digital transformation, data analytics, and automation. The company offers a dynamic work environment with numerous opportunities for international professionals, including internships and trainee programs in areas like data engineering, AI, and actuarial science. Zurich emphasizes professional development and innovation, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in the insurance sector in Spain.

Industry
Insurance
Founded
1872
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
zurich.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • Zurich Insurance Spain has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a strong base for international professionals.
  • The company provides numerous internship and trainee programs in fields like data engineering, AI, and actuarial science, ideal for early-career internationals.
  • Zurich is a global leader in insurance, providing a well-known brand and extensive career development opportunities.
  • The Spanish operations are heavily focused on digital transformation, creating roles for tech and data professionals.
  • Working at Zurich in Spain offers exposure to a multinational environment with English often used in corporate communications.

In their own words

About the company & team

Sabadell Zurich is the alliance between Banco Sabadell and Zurich Insurance Group. We are more than 350 professionals in Spain with a common purpose: Being there to care.

We promote an inclusive environment based on equal opportunities, without discrimination based on gender, age, origin, disability, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances.

If you are looking for a demanding, collaborative environment with real business impact, we want to meet you.

At Sabadell Zurich, talent becomes value.

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