Collinson

Claims Handler- Italian Speaking

Collinson  •  Cape Town, ZA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Claims Agent- Italian Speaking**

About Collinson Insurance

Collinson Insurance is a niche personal lines insurer generating £400m+ in Gross Written Premium, operating through regulated entities in the UK and Malta Our products include travel, private medical and dental, and a range of specialist insurance products

We work with trusted partners such as Post Office, easyJet, Saga, and Vhi, alongside our direct brand Columbus Direct We specialise in short-tail, high-utilisation products and have ambitious plans for profitable growth while continuing to deliver excellent customer outcomes.

The Role

As a Claims Agent, you will support the delivery of high-quality claims service across multiple products and brands. Working under the guidance of a Team Leader, you will assess and process claims accurately and in line with policy and regulatory requirements.

You may work in a customer-facing role, handling calls, emails, and digital enquiries, in a claims processing role, or a combination of both. You will contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team focused on quality, efficiency, and fair customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Handle customer interactions across phone, email, and digital channels. (In Italian)

  • Assess and process claims in line with policy wording and delegated authority.

  • Communicate claim decisions clearly and empathetically, including settlements or declines.

  • Request and assess supporting documentation and identify recovery opportunities.

  • Identify and escalate potential fraud or complex cases as required.

  • Maintain accurate records and comply with procedures, SLAs, and performance targets.

  • Participate in training, coaching, and continuous improvement activities.

Regulatory Responsibilities

  • Comply with FCA and CBI conduct rules and the Firm’s Code of Conduct.

  • Complete all mandatory regulatory training and disclose any conflicts of interest.

  • Maintain Fit and Proper status, including integrity, competence, and financial soundness.

  • Hold required regulatory qualifications (e.g. APA), where applicable.

  • Act with honesty and integrity in the best interests of customers and the Firm.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

  • Must be fluent ( Mother tongue) in Italian both written and verbal***

  • Experience in a customer-facing or operational role, ideally within claims or a contact centre.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • High attention to detail and ability to manage workload effectively.

  • Customer-focused, professional, and comfortable working in a regulated environment.

Collinson

About Collinson

Collinson is the global, privately-owned company dedicated to helping the world to travel with ease and confidence. We work with the world’s leading payment networks, over 1,400 banks, 90 airlines and 20 hotel groups worldwide. We deliver market-leading airport experiences, loyalty and customer engagement, and insurance solutions for over 400 million end consumers.

We are also the operator of Priority Pass, the world’s original and leading airport experiences programme. Travellers can access a network of 1,800+ airport lounges and travel experiences in 841 airports in 146 countries  

Private ownership means we can focus on the values that are important to us. These drive everything we do and result in us acting with integrity and agility while making long-term investments and decisions.

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Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
1989
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