Claims Manager, Asia (Non-Motor)

QBE Europe; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Claims Manager to oversee financial lines claims handling and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in claims management and a strong understanding of legal frameworks in Malaysia. This role involves stakeholder engagement, process improvement, and leadership within the claims team.

Benefits

Flex and hybrid working options

Work from home policy

Paternity leaves matching with maternity leave

Well-being programs

Pensions

Medical benefits

Study leave

Marriage leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in financial lines claims handling.
• Strong understanding of policy wordings, legal principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with Malaysian market practices and legal systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end handling of financial lines claims.
• Manage a group of claim handler.
• Ensure claims are investigated, evaluated, and settled efficiently.

Skills

Adaptability

Business Process Improvements

Claims Administration

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Insurance, Finance, or related field

Job description

Primary Details

Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee Provide leadership, direction and coordination of operational activities within the team, including driving change and optimise service delivery. Jobs responsible for or involved in all stages of insurance claims handling and settlement including claims processing/data entry, claims customer support, claims adjusting, claims investigations and case management.

Job Purpose

To lead and manage the financial lines claims portfolio, ensuring timely, fair, and accurate claims handling in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and service standards. This role will also support strategic initiatives, drive operational excellence, and foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Claims Management

• Oversee end-to-end handling of financial lines claims including D&O, PI, Crime, EPL, Cyber, and related products.
• Oversee Liability & A&H claim management.
• Ensure claims are investigated, evaluated, and settled efficiently and fairly.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior claims staff.
• Manage a group of claim handler and ensure claims are processed on a timely fashion.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with brokers, clients, reinsurers, and legal counsel to manage complex claims.
• Represent the company in settlement negotiations, mediations, and litigation where necessary.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to internal claims handling procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate claims records and documentation for audit and reporting purposes.

Reporting & Analysis

• Monitor claims trends and provide insights to underwriting and risk teams.
• Prepare regular reports on claims performance, reserves, and loss ratios.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance claims processes and customer experience.
• Support digital transformation and automation initiatives within the claims function.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Insurance, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in financial lines claims handling, preferably in an insurance or reinsurance environment.
• Strong understanding of policy wordings, legal principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in managing complex and high-value claims.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with Malaysian market practices and legal systems.
• Proficiency in BNM Claims settlement practice.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.

About QBE

What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? At QBE, we’re enabling a more resilient future – for our customers, communities, environment, and for our people. We’re building momentum to achieve something significant and know our people are at the centre of our success. Our industry offers interesting and varied careers where you can help people to protect what matters most. As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind. And with more than 13,000 people working across 27 countries, our scale means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. QBE Asia’s operations is part of the QBE International Division, and has had a presence in Asia for more than 130 years with offices in: Singapore, Hong Kong & Macau, Malaysia and Vietnam. We continue to be recognised for our ongoing focus on digital innovation to deliver exceptional value and operational excellence for our customers, business partners, people and the community. We support ESG efforts through the QBE Foundation, which helps to create strong, resilient and inclusive communities, by focusing investment and efforts on two key areas where we believe we can have the greatest impact – climate resilience and inclusion.

Benefits

Excited to share our comprehensive benefits package at QBE! ? ? Flex and hybrid working options ? Work from home policy ??? Paternity leaves matching with maternity leave ?♀️ Well-being programs ? Pensions ? Medical benefits ? Globally, access to online learning via LinkedIn Learning ? On top of annual leaves, 3 additional days off (Family care leaves) ? Study leave ? Marriage leave ? Internal Appreciation program with points to redeem nice merchandize and life experiences Join us and enjoy a work environment that values your well-being and personal growth! ? #EmployeeBenefits #WorkLifeBalance #CareerDevelopment Join us now, so you can be part of our success – and we can be part of yours. Your career at QBE — Let’s make it happen.

Skills

Adaptability, Business Process Improvements, Claims Administration, Claims Settlement, Commercial Acumen, Conflict Resolution, Critical Thinking, Customer Value Management, Intentional collaboration, Managing performance, Mentorship, Personal Initiative, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Team Development

Application Close Date

30/12/2025 11:59 PM

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Equal Employment Opportunity

QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.