Claims Service Consultant

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The  Claims Service Consultant is accountable for supporting customers through claims lodgement and information gathering in order to assess claims. They will also complete tele claims as well as assessing and initiating appropriate support options tailored to the customer’s needs where appropriate.

This role is integral to this is quality and service standards which ensure the functions are meeting TAL’s Customer and Claims requirements.

• Respond to inbound customer calls and make outbound customer calls, providing high‑quality support by lodging new claims, answering enquiries, and delivering timely updates on the progress of existing claims.
• Accurately record and maintain claim information in internal systems, ensuring all data is complete, compliant, and captured to a high standard.
• Communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders to resolve claim‑related matters and support smooth claim progression.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with TAL’s policies, procedures, and service standards, maintaining a strong customer and compliance focus.
• Adhere to all external regulations and industry requirements, including Privacy legislation and the Life Insurance Code of Practice.
• Collaborate closely with teams across TAL Claims and other internal departments
• Actively contribute to a culture of process improvement, identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance customer experience.
• Previous experience in similar role within Financial Services/ Insurance Industry preferred.
• Exceptional customer service skills to ensure agreed service standards are met.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, operating with high levels of integrity.
• Ability to build rapport over the phone and demonstrate empathy with customers during difficult times.
• Demonstrated ability to work both in a team and autonomously.
• Excellent analytical skills and methodologies, high attention to detail.
• Good relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work with change and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Accurate data input and sound knowledge of MS Office suite.

• An Inclusive Employer – Recognised as Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency and Bronze Tier Status within the Australian Workplace Equality Index 
• Diversity Champions – Member of Diversity Council Australia, Australian Disability Network, Pride in Diversity and Champions of Change 
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• We welcome applications from people with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, caregivers, individuals living with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community. 
• Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Let our team know by getting in touch with us [here.](mailto:View email address on decentrajobs.com)—we’re here to support you.

As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your eligibility for a role at TAL including Criminal History, Bankruptcy, Entitlement to Work, Regulatory and Reference Checks.

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Everyone at TAL has a responsibility to do the right thing and is accountable for the way they conduct themselves. Our expectations are that you follow the principles set out in our Code of Conduct when you come to work every day. Risk management is everyone’s responsibility.