Job ID : 6521 Category : Brand : Definity Regular/Temporary : Regular Fulltime/Parttime : Full Time Location : London, Canada
Definity includes some of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. With strong roots that date back to 1871, we\xe2\x80\x99ve grown to become a digital leader in the insurance industry. We\xe2\x80\x99re proud to help our clients and communities adapt and thrive in a world of constant change. Our promise to you: It\xe2\x80\x99s better here. Why? Because we CARE, and we provide an employee experience that\xe2\x80\x99s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering. Our ambition is to be one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading and most innovative P&C insurers. Come be a part of our journey, and love what you do. Definity offers a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Leaders partner with their teams to find the right balance of on-site and remote work that best meets the needs of their teams, colleagues, brokers and customers, while ensuring collaboration, teamwork and accountability for goals. The Specialist, National Claims Quality Assurance will lead the implementation and execution of a technical file review program within the claims area of the business including coverage of multiple regions/jurisdictions. This Line 1 defense mechanism for Claims ensures our claims file handlers and leaders are:
Meeting customer expectations
Ensuring case reserves are timely and accurate
Managing claims according to regulatory requirements
Adhering to other file handling practices to Economical standards
What can you expect in this role?
Work with Claims VPs and Directors, Actuarial and Insurance Risk teams - within Bodily Injury/Casualty area of the business to drive claims handling insights and impact while supporting Claims in their action planning and resolution
Report the results of these reviews into 2 new sub-committees (Claims Risk & Control and Reserving committee/sub-committee) to promote a strong risk and control environment
Support the development of claims technical file review audit methodology framework and processes
Provide input/insight in developing the annual audit plan
Support the development of audit quality standards for each step of the audit process such as: testing scripts and interpretation notes, working papers, etc.
Complete file reviews
Make recommendations on findings, agreeing with key claims stakeholders to appropriately manage risks
Report findings to Risk & Reserving committees, senior leaders and other key stakeholders as required
Manage internal and external resources supporting this work
Recommend and influence any necessary changes to company policies, guidelines and best practices
Ensure all reviewers (Claims Leaders, Claims Technical Advisors, Claims Quality Assurance) are calibrated for a consistent approach in auditing claims files
Obtain agreement with Claims Leaders and Claims Technical Advisors on establishing best-in-class standards for audit and minimum thresholds for lines of business and file handling performance, including developing leakage methodology
Incorporate data analytics to measure and monitor adherence to regulatory and company standards, including idea generation, designing automated testing procedures and investigating potential gaps and incorporating findings into the reporting process
Provide advisory and consultative services on claims file management, claims process effectiveness, risk management and control on new initiatives, process changes, existing processes and from ad hoc requests
Problem solving from root cause analysis on issues to developing and implementing solutions
Work with Claims, Actuarial, Risk, IT, Legal & Compliance, Finance and Underwriting
Foster awareness of the company\'s policies and procedures through regular communication, training and employee engagement
Help to implement any new requirements, controls, close action items as needed, including assisting with new regulatory requirements, process and controls mapping/documentation, framework updates and/or development
Monitor emerging best practices in risk management, audit and control to improve the organization\'s ability to identify, assess, mitigate, govern and report
Develop techniques to make control testing more efficient and effective
What do you bring to the role?
Strong 10+ years claims career including; 5+ years of Sr. Adjuster and/or Specialist experience in direct Bodily Injury/Casualty claims handling
Additional claims handling experience in another claims line of business is an asset but not necessary
Experience in audit, risk management, regulatory compliance, processes and controls is preferred
Experience as a claims leader is an asset but not necessary
Strong stakeholder management skills
Strong understanding of business operations and related legislative, regulatory and internal policy and procedure requirements
Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build strong relationships externally and internally at all levels to help foster a positive compliance culture
Proficient in Excel, Powerpoint and Word
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to gather information, analyze critically and cut through complexities to arrive at workable solutions
Strong level of personal integrity
Highly Positive attitude and open minded
Thrives in a team environment and ability to also work independently
Bilingualism is an asset
We also take potential into consideration. If you don\xe2\x80\x99t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter. Go ahead and expect a lot \xe2\x80\x94 you deserve it, and we\xe2\x80\x99ve got it:
Hybrid work schedule for most roles
Company share ownership program
Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
Wellness and recognition programs
Discounts on products and services
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: hrsharedservices@definity.com Background checks This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references). #LI-Hybrid
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