Senior Claims Specialist

1 week ago

Sydney Inner Suburbs, Australia Suncorp Group Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Senior Claims Specialist – High Value and Complex Claims

  • Lead complex liability and professional indemnity claims with strategic impact
  • Collaborate with legal teams, panel firms, and internal stakeholders
  • Drive resolution of high-value claims and contribute to technical excellence

About the Role

As a Senior Claims Specialist, you'll manage a portfolio of high-value and complex Specialty claims, including professional indemnity, injury, and property liability. You'll provide strategic advice, manage litigation, and collaborate with internal legal teams and external counsel. This role is pivotal in ensuring claims are resolved efficiently and fairly, while supporting the technical development of the broader team.

What You'll Do

  • Manage end-to-end claims across class actions, cluster claims, and high-value exposures
  • Provide strategic advice on policy interpretation, litigation, and claim resolution
  • Collaborate with internal legal teams, panel firms, and counsel to manage legal complexities
  • Attend mediations, settlement conferences, and court proceedings as required
  • Support technical oversight and mentoring within the Specialty claims team
  • Develop governance frameworks and reporting for emerging risks and financial impacts
  • Promote alignment of claims strategies across internal stakeholders
  • Contribute to process improvements and cost reduction initiatives
  • Operate within delegated authority and promote a positive risk culture

What You'll Bring

  • Tertiary qualifications in law, business, or insurance (mandatory)
  • Industry qualifications such as Diploma in Financial Services (mandatory)
  • 5–10 years' experience managing complex liability or professional indemnity claims
  • Litigation experience, including briefing panel firms or direct involvement (mandatory)
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
  • Experience mentoring and developing team members
  • Sound knowledge of relevant legislation and claims systems

What You'll Enjoy

  • A range of flexible working and leave options, including 20 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid secondary carer parental leave and unlimited paid emergency response leave
  • Discounts and offers on a range of retail favourite stores as well as insurance products
  • Give back to our communities with payroll giving, donation matching and paid volunteer leave
  • Invest in your brighter future with ongoing study support and career development programs; and
  • Prioritise your work/life balance with our robust employee assistance program and dedicated employee council

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At Suncorp, we believe our strength lies in the diversity, talent, and passion of our people. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, connected, and empowered to thrive. If you require support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact for a confidential conversation.

Advertised: 01 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 07 Sep 2025 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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