Insurance Fraud Investigator - Impactful Work in Queenstown

Placements24; Lorenziberg; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential based on fraud recover

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training & certifications

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Insurance Investigator to join a dedicated fraud detection unit in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will conduct thorough investigations, gather evidence and prepare detailed reports to support legal and recovery actions.

The role requires 3+ years in insurance claims investigation, strong deduction and interviewing skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple cases. Relocation to Queenstown is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate required; a related degree is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years in insurance claims investigation, fraud detection, or a related law enforcement role.
• Strong knowledge of insurance claims processes and common fraud schemes.
• Excellent observational, analytical and deductive reasoning abilities.
• Strong interviewing and interrogation techniques.
• Superior report writing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with investigation tools and databases.
• High integrity, discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple investigations.
• Willing to relocate to Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Investigate suspicious insurance claims across lines of business to detect fraud.
• Conduct interviews with claimants, witnesses and others to gather information.
• Analyze claim data, policy information and financial records for irregularities.
• Collect and preserve evidence according to legal and company standards.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation reports with findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, legal counsel and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and implement proactive strategies to prevent fraud.
• Stay updated on fraud trends, typologies and techniques.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards throughout investigations.
• Testify in legal proceedings when required.

Skills

Observational skills

Analytical skills

Deductive reasoning

Interviewing techniques

Investigation tools & databases

Education

Matriculation certificate

Criminal Justice / Law / Forensic Science degree (advantageous)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Insurance Investigator to join a dedicated fraud detection unit in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will conduct thorough investigations, gather evidence and prepare detailed reports to support legal and recovery actions.

The role requires 3+ years in insurance claims investigation, strong deduction and interviewing skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple cases. Relocation to Queenstown is welcomed.