54 Avenue Louise
B-1050 Brussels
Belgium
T +32 2 349 12 11
F +32 2 349 12 90
www.aviabel.com
Aviabel S.A. / N.V. – Insurance company authorized by the BNB/NBB under number 0361
Member of the IUAI – International Union of Aviation Insurers
VAT BE 0403 248 004 – RPM Brussels Page 3 of 3
Job Description
Position: Claims Handler
Based in: Brussels
About us
In 1935, the main Belgian insurance companies created Aviabel as an independent limited company, specialized in aviation insurance. Since then, Aviabel has grown substantially to become a well-established and respected worldwide market player.
Located in the heart of Europe with offices in Brussels and Amsterdam, Aviabel offers highly professional answers for a world in motion. Fully dedicated to all lines of aerospace and related risks, Aviabel has developed a large general aviation book of business, and is committed to providing specific and tailor-made cover for aerospace clients who include aircraft operators, airlines, pilots, aviation industry manufacturers and airport operators.
Aviabel’s financial strength enables it to provide first-class security to clients throughout the aerospace industry, by means of direct insurance, coinsurance and reinsurance.
Staffed by a team of aviation insurance and reinsurance experts, Aviabel’s priority is to offer proficient quality service and to immediately fulfil customer and producer expectations.
For more information on our company, please visit www.aviabel.com
Position summary
A high quality of claims handling is critical to Aviabel’s reputation and is a key differentiating point in the highly competitive insurance and reinsurance markets. The Claims Handler contributes directly to Aviabel’s performance in this area.
Aviabel’s Claims department handles claims from all over the world. The Claims Handler will focus specifically on claims relating to clients from the Benelux, France, Spain, Portugal and Turkey.
Upon joining, you will receive extensive on the job training in the area of aviation insurance and reinsurance and more specifically with regards to the handling of claims from our clients.
The Claims Handler will be responsible for the management and administration of new and outstanding claim files in cooperation with the Claims and Underwriting teams which includes the following tasks:
Q Analyzing new and outstanding claims
Q Ensuring the timely resolution of claims in coordination with internal and external parties
Q Verifying and analyzing claims receipts and expert reports
Q Initiating payment of claims
Q Maintaining the claims files
Q Ensuring overall satisfaction of the broker and client
Through his/her expertise, the Claims Handler also leads or contributes to projects of the Legal and Claims department, particularly within the area of compliance.
Key Relationships
Reports to: Head of Legal & Claims
Other key relationships: Lead Claims Manager (dotted line)
Members of the Claims department
Members of the Underwriting department
Members of the Finance department
Clients and Brokers
Loss adjusters, Medical experts
Law-firms
Ideal experience
· Education: Master in Law
· Career level: Minimum 5 years’ experience in a claims department (non-life) or in a relevant practice in a law firm
Experience in complex liability claims is desirable
Experience in compliance is a plus
· Languages: Fluent – oral / written – in French, Dutch and English
Knowledge of any other language would be an asset
· Functional knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
· Given our niche business in aviation insurance, an interest in the aviation world – or the willingness to learn about the sector – is required
Other personal characteristics
· Excellent communication skills
· Excellent writing skills
· Able to present arguments briefly, precisely and clearly
· Excellent negotiation skills
· Enjoys working in a team
· Able to contribute to or to lead projects
· Flexible
· Organized
· Able to prioritize
· Able to manage peaks of activity
· Enjoys a multi-cultural environment
Interested in joining our diverse and international team, located in pleasant, modern offices and with a complete and competitive remuneration package? We look forward to receiving your application by email at or by mail at Aviabel, Attn: Kathy Farmery, Louizalaan 54, avenue Louise, 1050 Brussels, Belgium.
Aviabel S.A. / N.V. – Insurance company authorized by the BNB/NBB under number 0361
Member of the IUAI – International Union of Aviation Insurers
VAT BE 0403 248 004 – RPM Brussels Page 3 of 3