Senior Manager, Claims

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.

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Job Description:

Sun Life embraces a hybrid work model that balances in-office collaboration with the flexibility of virtual work.  Our team members and leaders are expected to foster connection and teamwork by being present in the office at least 2 days per week.

The Opportunity

The Senior Manager, Life & Disability Claims is part of the Claims Management Team and is responsible for the successful management of the day-to-day operations of our Long Term Disability claims team, as well as fostering client relations and ensuring the accurate risk management of disability claims.

What you will do:

·         Leads, manages, hires, trains, retains and motivates a team of claims professionals capable of and committed to providing exceptional service to clients, claimants and internal DRMS partners

·         Ensures the team operation is efficient, effective and in compliance with all federal and state requirements

·         Evaluates the team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group and provides individuals with professional and personal growth- Develops and fosters excellent relationships with clients

·         Collaborate with internal and external partners regarding the profitability of clients’ blocks of business

·         Ensures client complaints/issues are addressed promptly and in accordance with service standards

·         Utilizes operational metrics and reports to track trends and results and adjusts tactics accordingly

·         Participates in the development and communication of internal policies, procedures and systems

·         Supports technological initiatives for the enhancement and efficiency of the claims management process

·         Supports and executes claim management initiatives

·         Conducts internal and external training sessions

·         Conducts internal and external claim audits- Participates in new client prospecting and implementation

·         Completes continuing education requirements to maintain license

·         Participates in industry meetings

·         Participates in product development and product enhancement- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

What you need to succeed:

·         Ability to work with a diverse group of people

·         Technically proficient in disability products and claims, with a minimum of 5 years progressively responsible disability claims experience

·         Attains and maintains appropriate TPA licenses in accordance with the Claims Licensing Policy

·         Demonstrated leadership qualities, prior management experience a plus

·         Proven ability to train and motivate employees

·         Demonstrated ability and willingness to give candid and meaningful feedback

·         Expert technical ability in interpreting and communicating disability policy/contract language

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